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IORIZZO, REV. GAETANO-Clergyman. Born Villanova del Battista, Avellino, Italy, May 3, 1884. Son of Giacinto Iorizzo and Fiorita Forte. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1906 settling in Brooklyn, N. Y. Studied at Bloomfield College. Gradu- ated from Colgate University Divinity School in 1918. Ordained at the Reformed Church of America at Hackensack, N. J. in 1918. Served as pastor in the Italian Reform Church in Hackensack, N. J .; Italian Church of Engle- wood, N. J .; Five points Italian Mission of New York City; Eighth Ave. Methodist Church Italian Mission; and First Methodist Italian Church of Lynn, Mass. Member: Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic affairs. Married Anna Lazio of New York, Nov. 29, 1925, former public school teacher in Italy and graduate of American International College of Springfield. She was for many years religious worker at 5th Ave. Baptist Church of New York. Children: Josephine, John, and Leonard. Res .: 44 Hanover St., Lynn.
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IOSSA, JOSEPH-Bandmaster and Teacher of Wind Instruments. Born Marigliano, Naples, Italy, Sept. 19, 1867. Son of Pasquale Iossa and Speranza Venturino. Studied music in Italy. Came to America in 1896 settling in Boston, where he has since been teaching music. In 1918 he organized the Iossa Band of Beverly, Mass. and also St. Joseph's Band of Wakefield. Maestro Iossa is among the pioneer Italo American musicians of Boston. Has written over .300 pieces of music including three sym- phonies, and has published many popular songs. Has won praise here and abroad. Married Assunta Bosco of Nusco, Avellino, Sept. 30, 1894. Chil- dren: Elvira and Theodore, a musician. Mr. Iossa has traveled in Italy three times. His father was a lieutenant in Italy and a mayor of his native town of Marigliano. Res .: 24 Prince St., Boston.
IOVINO, ANTONINO F .- Lawyer and Associate District Attorney of Suffolk County. Born New York City, Sept. 30, 1905. Son of Domenico Iovino and Maria Iovino. Settled in Boston when 2 months old. Education: Boston Latin School, 1922; Northeastern University School of Law, 1927, LL.B. In general practice in Boston since 1927. Assistant district attorney since 1932. Member: Boston Bar Assn .; Boston Council of K. of C., past district deputy; Sons of Italy; Catholic Alumni Sodality; Democratic Party. Fond of all sports and a lover of music and reading. Father, born in Ler- cara Friddi, Palermo, Italy, came to America in 1890, settling in New York. In Boston since 1905, engaged in banking business for over 40 years, had the following children: Antonino, of this sketch; Nina; Joseph (Boston University School of Law, 1933, now practicing with his brother); Clara A., and Pauline. Res .: 238 L. St., South Boston.
IOVINO, CLARA A .- Executive-secretary. Born Boston, Jan. 1, 1910. Daughter of Domenic Iovino and Mary Yovino. Graduated from South Boston High School in 1927. Attended Burdett College and Boston Univer- sity. In the service of Credit Union League of Massachusetts since 1935, being the first and oldest league in the United States. Executive secretary since 1938. Miss Iovino has organized over 100 Credit Unions throughout the State of Mass. She is the director of Industrial Credit Union, which is the oldest existing community credit union in the country. Fond of swim- ming, horseback-riding, travel and music. Parents were born in Lercara Friddi, Palermo, Italy, came to U. S. in 1890. Father engaged in the bank- ing business for over 40 years. Res .: 238 L. St., South Boston.
IPPOLITO, ANTHONY JOSEPH-Dentist. Born Lawrence, Jan. 17, 1905. Son of Joseph Ippolito and Josephine Cuccia. Graduated from Law- rence High School in 1924; Tufts College of Liberal Arts and Tufts College . Dental School in 1930, D.M.D. In general practice since 1930. Married Adelina Incollingo of Methuen, Oct. 10, 1934, graduate of Salem Normal School, former school teacher. Children: Joyce, born March 7, 1937 and Carol, born Jan. 10, 1939. Member: American Dental Assn., Mass. Dental Assn., past president of Italian College Club, president and treasurer of the Alumni Symphony Orchestra of Lawrence, member of Lions Club. His father was born in Pachino, Siracusa, Italy. Came to America in 1904 settling in Lawrence. Had the following children: Alexander, Frank, Jean, Albert and Grace. Office: 90 E. Haverhill St. Res .: 7 E. Prospect St., Methuen.
IPPOLITO, JOSEPH (better known as Pauldo)-Proprietor, Beacon Hardware and Supply Co., 218 Cambridge St., Boston. Born Brockton Oct. 17, 1896. Son of Louis Ippolito and Carolina Chirichella. Graduated from public schools and attended Boston College Evening School. In business since 1925. Married Catherine Sacco of Boston June 12, 1927. Children: Joseph, graduate Medford High '45, member varsity baseball team, is at- tending Boston College '49; Rita and Janet are students. Mr. Ippolito's father was born in Sant'Arsenio, Salerno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888 settling in Boston as candy worker for 40 years. Had the following chil- dren: Joseph; Mrs. Matilda Rufrano; Mrs. Elizabeth Chapman; Mrs. Anne
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Conforti; Mrs. Susie Morgan; Mrs. Carmela Nugent; and Anthony, in hard- ware business in Somerville. Res .: 43 Brackett St., Boston.
IPPOLITO, MADAME EMILIA-Voice. President and founder of Bel Canto Opera. Born Avellino, Italy, March 24, 1892. Daughter of Salvatore Ippolito and Rosina Staffa. In Boston since 1894. Education: American International College of Springfield; Royal Conservatory of Music, San Pietro a Maiello, Naples, Italy, 1909-14. Made her debut in Municipal Theater of Caserta (La Traviata). Returned to U. S., 1915, and joined American Opera Co. travelling to Cuba and Mexico for two years. Ac- tivities: with Bel Canto Opera of Boston, presented "Pagliacci" in 1940, "Traviata" in 1943, "Rigoletto" in 1944; opera chairman for Federation of Music Clubs of Mass. She won prizes, singing Italian folk songs in Inter- national pageants. Produced "Cavalleria Rusticana" in Esplanade Shell and Fenway Theater before large audiences. In charge of musical activities for Tercentenary celebration in 1930. Married and has eight children: Lorraine, Salvatore, Dante, Gloria, Adrian, Henrietta, Rosa Raisa, and Natalie. Father, born in Vico Equense, Sorrento, Italy, came to U. S. in 1891. Founded first Italian Band in Boston. Studio: 12 Huntington Ave., Boston. Res .: 157 Princeton St., E. Boston.
ISCHIA, ANTONIO-Born Messina, Italy, Feb. 27, 1887. Son of Joseph Ischia and Maria Cappadonia. Educated in the public schools of his native town where he also learned the barber's trade. Served in the Italian Navy for five years as first class chief petty officer. Came to America in 1913 settling in Lynn. In the barber business since 1918, proprietor of his own shop at 19 Maverick Sq., East Boston. Married Concettina Degl'Augelli of Lynn, March 14, 1913. Two sons: Joseph and Agostino, graduates of Lynn Classical High School, both outstanding professional musicians playing in New York with George Hall Orchestras. Mr. Ischia is member of Order Sons of Italy in America and of Lynn Italian Naturalization Club. Fond of traveling, swimming, camping and a lover of music. Res .: 38 Church St., Lynn.
ISGRO, ANTONIO (also known as Esgro, Antonio)-Proprietor since 1923 of Lovell and Isgro Custom Shoes and Repairing, 79 Holland St., Somerville. Born Messina, Italy, January 5, 1896. Son of Nunzio Isgro and Nicolina Terrizzi. Educated in the public schools of Barcelona, Mes- sina, Italy. Came to America settling in Lynn. Mr. Isgro learned the trade of making shoes in Italy. Considered outstanding in that field, espe- cially for defective feet. Served in the American Army during World War I, as musician. He is member of the American Legion and president of the American Naturalization Club of Lynn. Fond of all sports. Lover of the grand opera. Res .: 306 Washington St., Lynn.
IVALDI, EDWARD E .- Pioneer Italian American Waiter at Locke-Ober Restaurant, Boston. Born Torino, Italy, Sept. 1, 1874. Son of Angelo Ivaldi and Angela Quaglia. Came to America in May 1890, settling in Boston. In the service of Locke-Ober since 1904. Formerly with Del-Monico Restaurant, the Holland House and Waldorf Hotel in New York. Married Maria Ferretti of Boston in 1904. One son-Robert, a mechanic. Founder and member: Subalpina Society. Fond of traveling, grand opera and art. Hobby-oil painting. During his long years of service in this famous Bos- tonian restaurant Mr. Ivaldi has served many celebrities as Luly Lengthy; Boncicault; Count Castellane etc. Res .: 135 Wyman St., Stoughton, Mass.
ITALIANO, MARY J .- Attorney-at-Law, 340 Main St., Worcester. Born Worcester, Mass. Daughter of Pasquale Italiano and Michelina De Rosa. Graduated from High School of Commerce (Horace Mann student) and from Northeastern University School of Law (cum laude) in 1940, LL.B. In general practice in Worcester since 1940. Administrative officer at Worcester War Price Administration since 1942. Member of national, state and county bar associations; Iota Tau Lambda fraternity. Fond of golf, tennis, travelling, art and music. Her father was born in Sparanise, Naples,
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Italy. Came to America in 1910 settling in Worcester, where he engaged as contractor for over 30 years. Had the following children: Concetta, Anna, Mildred, William (a former high school teacher, now in U. S. Army), Mary, Guido (U. S. Army), and Armando. Res :. 38 Shamrock St., Worcester.
IZZI, ANTHONY GERALD-Partner, Webber Furniture Co., 91 Central St., Leominster. Born Lauriano Cilento, Salerno, Italy, Jan. 18, 1903. Son of Joseph Izzi and Livia Damascelli. Was brought to America in 1907. Educated in public schools. In the furniture business in Leominster since 1917. Married Philippa Frattallone of Fitchburg, June 14, 1924. Children: Theodore Anthony, graduate of Leominster High School, student at North- eastern University; and Viola Philippa, a student. Mr. Izzi is member of K. of C .; the Eagles; Chamber of Commerce; charter member and first president of Holy Name Society; and former trustee of St. Anne's Church. His father, a native of Arce, Frosinone, Italy, came to America in 1904. Had the following children: James, Anthony G., and Arthur. Res .: 108 Union St., Leominster.
IZZI, JAMES ANTHONY-Agent, John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Fitchburg. Born Arce, Frosinone, Italy, Jan. 20, 1901. Son of Joseph Izzi and Livia Damascelli. Graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1918. In the service of John Hancock Insurance Co. since 1929. Married Sylvia Frattallone, Aug. 8, 1925 (a graduate of Fitchburg High School). Children: Gloria Sylvia, born May 29, 1927, a graduate of Fitchburg High School; and Dennis, born June 5, 1929, a student. Member of the Eagles. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father came to U. S. A. in 1904 settling in Fitchburg. Had the following children: James A., An- tonio and Arthur. Res .: 83 Highland Ave., Fitchburg.
IZZO, JACK-Co-manager Gloria Chain Store, Plymouth. Born Brockton March 28, 1911. Son of Giuseppe Izzo and Michelina Tartaglia. Educated in the elementary and high schools. In the service of Gloria Chain Stores since 1932. Married Pearl MacDonald of Brockton, Nov. 9, 1931, a grad- uate of Brockton High School. One daughter-Marlene, born May 29, 1933. Mr. Izzo is member of the Santa Croce Society of Brockton. Fond of golf, travel, and music. His father was born in Santa Croce di Magliano, Campo- basso, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settling in Brockton as shoe worker. Had the following children: John; Nicholas; Jack; Frank (a veteran U. S. Army World War II; Mrs. Corinne De Marino and Theresa. Res .: 132 North Warren Ave., Brockton.
IZZO, JOEL THOMAS-Constable, City of Boston. Born in Lawrence April 24, 1914. Son of Carlo Izzo and Consiglia Pascale. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. In the service of Joseph Russo Bros. Funeral Home since 1935. Mr. Izzo is constable of City of Boston since 1942. Is active in civic and political affairs. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. Married Emanuela Coniglio of Boston Oct. 3, 1933. Children: Joel T., Jr .; William S., and Richard. Member Italian American Charitable So- ciety, Ausonia Council K. of C., and well known singer of popular songs. Mr. Izzo's father was born in Presenzano, Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Lawrence as foreman in the American Woolen Co. for 40 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Ida Catalano; Flavio; Edvige; Joel Thomas; Rondello, veteran U. S. Army in the Pacific awarded purple heart; and Alessio. Res .: 73 Allen St., Boston
JACOBBE, REV. ALBERT A .- Pastor, Our Lady of Pompei Church, Boston. Born East Boston, Dec. 16, 1902. Son of Vincent Jacobbe (Gia- cobbe) and Maria Curci. Graduated: St. Anthony's Preparatory School and College, Catskill, N. Y. 1922, B.A., St. John's Seminary, Brighton, in 1926. Ordained by Cardinal William O'Connell, at Cathedral of the Holy Cross, May 7, 1926. Curate: St. Joseph's Church, Kingston 1926-28; St. Polycarp's Church, Somerville 1928-37; St. Mary's Church, Plymouth 1937-40; and St. Patrick's Church, Watertown 1940-45. Member: K. C., Organizer of St. Patrick's prize winning band. His father was born in Bauso, Messnia, Italy.
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Came to U. S. in 1886, lived in Boston. Had the following children: Mrs. Catherine Mirabile; Joseph; Annette; late Mrs. Elizabeth Siriani; Rev. Albert A., John; and George. Restory: 3 Florence St., Boston.
JANNONI, ANTHONY J .- Proprietor of Hotel Bradford Barber Shop of Boston. Born South Boston, Oct. 9, 1908. Son of Joseph Jannoni and Mary Anastasi. Educated in South Boston Public Schools. In the tonsorial business since 1921. Married Antonetta Napoli, a former dress designer of Belmont, April 26, 1931. Children: Joseph and Frank. Mr. Jannoni is fond of baseball, football, hockey, traveling and music. His father was born in Basico, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1913 settling in South Bos- ton. Mother born same place. They had following three children: Nicholas, Anthony and Joseph. Res .: 91 White St., Belmont.
JENNETTE, MICHAEL-Proprietor, Hudson Belting Co., 85 East Worcester St., Worcester. Born San Severo, Foggia, Italy, Oct. 27, 1897. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Francesco Paolo Jennette (Giannetti). Brought to America in 1902 settling in Worcester, where he attended public schools. In business since 1929. Married Rose Vacca of Worcester, July 3, 1918. Children: Rita, graduate of High School of Commerce, secretary to her father; Rose, a reg. nurse; Michael Jr., in U. S. Army engineering div., overseas; and John P., a student. Member of Worcester Italian Country Club. Fond of baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, travel, and music. Hobby, collecting antique fire arms. His father came to America in 1901. Settled in Worcester, where he engaged as hatter for over 25 years. Had following children: Josephine, Michael, John, Salvatore, Antoinette, Mildred, Mary, Helen, Rose, and Paul. Res .: 76 Standish St., Worcester.
JENNETTE, SALVATORE JOSEPH-Supt., Hudson Belting Co., 85 East Worcester St., Worcester. Born San Severo, Foggia, Italy, Dec. 21, 1902. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Francesco Paolo Jennette (Giannetti). Was brought to America when a year old settling in Worcester. Educated in the public schools. Associated with his brother, Michael, in the above business since 1929. Married Margaret M. Stephens of Franklin, N. H., October 1929. Children: Harold, now serving in U. S. Army air corps overseas; Joseph, Mary, Barbara, Helen, and Paul. Active in civic affairs and in the welfare of his community. Fond of baseball, football, swimming and boxing. Res .: Hilltop Ave., Holden, Mass.
JORDANI, HELENA (BOFFA)-Proprietor of Hat Box, 19 Central Sq., East Boston. Born Brooklyn, N. Y., Dec. 25, 1906. Daughter of Angelo Boffa and Antonetta Santamaria. Graduated from Lynn High School in 1924. Married John Jordani of Lynn, July 12, 1929. One daughter, Patricia Virginia, born April 29, 1930. In the women's hat business in East Boston since 1933. Member: Women's Italian Club; Friends of Italian Freedom and Women's Republican Club. Fond of traveling and lover of music. Her father was born in Montagano, Campobasso, Italy. Came to America in 1900. Was a music teacher and bandmaster, and organizer of several well known bands in the vicinity of Boston. Res .: 172 Mason Terrace, Brookline, Mass.
JUFFRE, JOSEPH-Compositor, Boston Herald-Traveler. Born Somer- ville, Feb. 21, 1906. Son of Charles P. Juffre and Julia Castellucci. Grad- uated from Medford High School in 1924. In the service of Boston Herald- Traveler since 1925. Married Gladys MacLellan of Somerville, August 3, 1927. Children: Joan Julia Alitha, and Joseph Aylesworth. Member: Inter- national Typographical Union; American Bowling Congress; Newspaper- men Golf Assn .; treasurer Print Bowling Assn .; Arlington Auxiliary Police. Father, born in Messina, Italy, came to America in 1897 settling in Boston. Later in Medford, engaged in the barber business for over 50 years. Father of following eight children: Joseph, William (a compositor at Herald- Traveler), Mary, Victoria, Lillian, Edith, Charles and George. Res .: 35 Orvis Road, Arlington.
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JULIAN, ANTHONY-Attorney at Law. Born Introdacqua, Aquila, Italy, March 25, 1902. Son of Francesco Julian (Giuliani) and Maddalena Ventresca. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Watertown. Graduated from Boston College High on scholarship, Boston College in 1925, A.B., and Har- vard Law School in 1929, LL.B. In general practice of law in Boston since 1930. Instructor of law and lecturer at Boston College 1934-38. Was also editor in chief of the "Botholphian." Active in civic and political affairs; Town Counsel for Watertown 1930-32, reappointed in 1942; Director Water- town Cooperative Bank; State Representative 1937-39; appointed by Gov- ernor Saltonstall as deputy director of Mass. Unemployment Compensation Commission. Entered service in 1942, Captain since June 1944 in the judge advocate general dept. U. S. Army overseas. Member: local, state and national bar associations; Boston City Club; K. C., and Order Sons of Italy. See his brother Louis sketch. Res .: 31 Marcia Rd., Watertown.
JULIAN, LOUIS-Proprietor, Julian Construction Co., Watertown. Born in Introducqua, Aquila, Italy, Aug. 18, 1896. Son of Francesco Julian (Giuliani) and Maddalena Ventresca. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Watertown. Served in U. S. Army World War I in France. In the contracting business since 1929 spe- cializing in general construction work. Married Mary Lanza June 21, 1928, a graduate of East Boston High and of New England Conservatory of Music. Children: Mary Louise, born April 28, 1929, graduate of Mt. Trinity Academy; Robert Louis, born Jan. 15, 1931, student of St. Sebastian School; Carol Ann, born May 15, 1933 and Francis Anthony, born Oct. 24, 1944. Member: American Legion, V. F. W., Elks, and N. E. Road Building Asso- ciation. Fond of all sports. Lover of art, music, and travel. His father, came to U. S. in 1898 made several trips to Italy. Had the following chil- dren: Mrs. Filomena Frissora; Louis; Mrs. Lena Orsini; Anthony; and Vincenzo who is graduate of University of Florence, Italy (doctor of Agri- cultural Science). Res .: 31 Marcia Rd., Watertown.
JULIAN, THOMAS ANTONIO-Accountant, Hampden Brass Co., Spring- field. Born Springfield, Jan. 18, 1892. Son of Felix A. Julian and Mary Di Tullio. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1911, and studied accounting. Accountant at Hampden Brass Co. since 1941. Formerly with Metal Saw and Machine Co. Inc. for 19 years. Married the late Edith Anderson of Springfield in 1939. One daughter, Edith Mary, born Nov. 3, 1940. Member: Elks No. 61 of Springfield. His father was born in Serra Stretta, Reggio Calabria, Italy. Came to America 1888 settling in Spring- field. Had following children: Thomas of above sketch, Michael, president of Better Vision Institute New York City; Mrs. Rose Profiglio; Joseph, optician Harvey & Lewis Co .; Mrs. Carmela Fazio; Mrs. Minnie Mazza- ferro; Felix, Western Mass. Electrical Co., William, N. E. Tel. and Tel. Co .; Mrs. Delia Lucia; George, Van Norman Co .; Mrs. Marion Langone; Victor, American Bosch Corp .; Bernard, U. S. Navy. Res .: 311 State St., Spring- field.
JULIANI, MICHAEL A .- Merchant Tailor. Born Manocalzati, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 23, 1893. Son of Sabino Juliani and Letizia Tallo. Came to America in 1910 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools in Italy, where he also learned the art of tailoring. After working in several impor- tant tailoring establishments, he established his own tailoring business in Boston in 1932, and has since been engaged in that field. Married Gilda DeNapoli, of Boston, July 31, 1921. One son-Louis William, student of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, now serving in U. S. Army Air Corps. Mr. Juliani is member of Sons of Italy Lodge and is fond of hunt- ing, traveling and music. Business: 101 Tremont St., Boston. Res .: 62 Boylston St., Watertown.
JULIANI,. WILLIAM-Window Displayer, Forbes and Wallace Dept. Store, Springfield. Born Fano, Pesaro, Italy, April 19, 1893. Son of Peter Juliani and Carola Giusti. Educated in the public schools of his native
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town. Came to America in 1912 settling in Springfield. In the service of Forbes and Wallace since 1915. Married Elvira Ugolini of Springfield, Feb. 18, 1922. Children: Elite Barbera, a graduate of High School of Commerce is a bookkeeper at Mass. Mutual Life Insurance Co., William Jr., a student. Member of K. C., Order Sons of Italy in America; founder and first presi- dent of Adriatic Club Inc. Member of Holy Name Society and Catholic Action Society and member of Mt. Carmel Church Choir. Has two brothers, John and Americo in Italy. Res .: 12 Ledyard St., Springfield.
JULIANO, SEBASTIAN-Proprietor, Juliano Market of Brockton. Born Santa Croce di Magliano, Campobasso, Italy, Jan. 19, 1892. Son of Luigi Juliano and Luisa Rinaldi. Came to America in 1911 settling in Brockton. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1919. Formerly in the shoe field and insurance agent. Married Lucia Cerce of Brockton Sept. 30, 1917. Children: Louisa M., a graduate of Brockton High and Williams School, is in the service of Brockton National Bank; Louis, a graduate of Brockton High, is associated in business with his father; Peter, also a graduate of Brockton High, is attending Tufts College Dental School; Anna Marie and Donald A., are students. Mr. Juliano is former Pres. of Brockton Grocers Assn., and Santa Croce Society; on board of directors of the Central Metho- dist Church. Member of Paul Revere Lodge A. F. & A. M. and Shedad Grotto. Active in civic affairs and in the welfare of his community. Has the following sisters and brothers: Sembaldo; Vincenzo; Mrs. Annina Licursi; Mrs. Florence Tosti; Aida and Alfred. Bus. and Res .: 62 Pine St., Brockton.
KIDD, REXFORD STANLEY-Manager's Assistant, Worcester County Electric Co. Born New York City, July 28, 1912. Son of Frederick Kidd and Selina Sampson. Graduated from Melrose High School in 1932. At- tended Felix Exeter Academy in New Hampshire and graduated from Col- lege of the Holy Cross in 1937, B.S. in physics. In the service of Worcester County Electric Co. since 1937. Married Louise Genedella of Milford, Sept. 25, 1937, graduate of Milford High and of La Salle Junior College. ' Chil- dren: Rexford Philip and Andrea Louis. Former member of his college varsity football team. Fond of all sports, travel and music. His father was born in Cambridge. Had the following children: Raymond, Russell, Rexford, Frederick, George, Ethel and Edna. His grandfather was a native of the province of Brescia, Italy. Came to America in the early 70's settling in Mass. Res .: 28 St. James Rd., Shrewsbury, Mass.
KIRBY, HARRY JOSEPH-Executive Secretary, Knights of Columbus, Worcester. Born Worcester, Jan. 28, 1889. Son of Angelo Kirby (Cheru- bini) and Eleanor Luvisi. Educated at English High School and at Bechus Business School. In the service of K. C. since 1920. Formerly with the U. S. Post Office Dept. Married Myra A. Collahan of Worcester, Oct. 6, 1914. One daughter, Marion Anna, graduate North High School and Salter Secretarial School. Mr. Kirby is member of Washington Social Club; Froshinn Club; Fourth degree K. C., Watchusetts Country Club and Rotary Club. His father was born in Diecimo, Lucca, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1873. Was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Worcester. Worked for Boston Albany R. R. for 53 years. Was one of the founders of Mt. Carmel Church and Christopher Columbus Society. Had four children: Harry J., Philip C., Mary A., and Joseph J. Res .: 61 Coolidge Rd., Worcester.
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