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MASIELLO, CARLO ANTONIO-Podiatrist, Chiropodist. Born Wor- cester, Sept. 29, 1915. Son of Demenic Masiello and Josephine Faella. Graduated from North High School in 1933; attended Holy Cross College and graduated from Middlesex University School of Podiatry in 1940, matriculating at Clark University for B.S. degree. In general practice in Worcester since 1941. Married Helen Karlon of Worcester, Sept. 6, 1937. One daughter, Carole. Member: State and National Podiatry Asso- ciations; Charter member American Foundation of Research in Podiatry; K. C .; and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of football, skating, track, travel and music. His father was born in Teano, Naples, Italy. Came to Amer- ica in 1892, settling in Worcester, in grocery business for over 40 years. Had following children: Leo, John, Mary, Angelina, Alfonse, Anthony and Carl. Office: 377 Main St. Res .: 268 Shrewsbury St, Worcester.
MASSA, PASQUALE E .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Taurasi, Avel- lino, Italy, Aug. 12, 1892. Son of Dr. Gaetano Massa and Maria Louisa Di Pesa. Education: Colletta Ginnasio-Liceo of Avellino; Giannone- Gin- nasio-Liceo of Benevento; Royal University of Naples, 1919, M.D., cum laude. Came to U. S. in 1920, settling in Boston, where he has since been in general practice of medicine. Was in the service of U. S. Civil Service Dept. of Veterans Administration and with Civil Service Medical Retirement Office in Washington, D. C. Also served as acting assistant surgeon at the Marine Hospital of Chelsea. Married Marie R. De Luca of Washington, D. C., Oct. 24, 1925, a graduate of N. E. Conservatory of Music, a music teacher, composer, soloist, and very active in civic and social affairs. One son, George P. Dr. Massa is member of the Military Surgeon Ass'n; Order Sons of Italy in America. Favorite studies are: philosophy, theology, history, poetry, psychiatry. Author of numerous works on poetry, prose, essays, novels, short stories, history. Office: 232 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 90 Varnum St., Arlington.
MASSARO, ANTHONY B .- Proprietor, T. B. Massaro Co. Born Boston, Nov. 19, 1894. Son of Frank Massaro and Sarina Bicchieri. Educated in the public schools of Boston. Established his Wig and Toupee busi- ness in Boston in 1915. Considered among the most outstanding wig maker in the U. S. Married the late Clair Gordon. One daughter Sallie (Capron). Member: Boston City Club and of Chamber of Commerce. Fond of baseball, boxing, fishing, travelling and music. Father was born in Palermo, Italy. Came to America in the late 70's, was among the pioneer Italo American settlers of Boston. Engaged in barber and wig business for over 50 years. Business: 128 Tremont St. Res .: Hotel Bellevue, Boston.
MASSEI, EDWARD HAROLD - Proprietor, Paramount Press, 177 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. Born Worcester, Dec. 21, 1915. Son of Pilade
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Massei and Maria Piercechi. Graduated from Classical High School in 1934. In business since 1934. Married Mary Lincoln of Worcester, April 19, 1941, graduate of High School of Commerce and Mary Wards Busi- ness School. Mr. Massei is member of Young Men's Republican Club. Fond of baseball, football, golf, reading, art and music. His father was born in Pescaglia, Lucca, Italy. Came to America in 1890, settling in Worcester. Had the following children: Annie, graduate of High School, married to Ralph Moretti of California; William V., graduate of English High School, sergeant in the police dept .; Edward H .; and Lena, grad- uate of High School of Commerce, is married to Frank Masiello. Res .: 29 Chrome St, Worcester.
MASSELLO, WILLIAM-Born in Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy, Dec. 5, 1872. Son of Angelo Massello and Maria Orsola. Educated in the public schools. Came to U. S. in 1887, settling in Boston, later in Somer- ville, in the construction field. Married Assunta De Simone of his native town, Nov. 30, 1899. Children: Mrs. Ann Mahoney; late Mrs. Elsie Robin- son; Henry A .; late Anthony Thomas, pioneer supt. in airways communi- cation central American division, Pan-American Airways; William Jr., graduate of U. S. Military Academy, West Point, N. Y., in 1932, B.S. as second Lt .; promoted first Lt. in 1935, Captain in 1940, Major in 1942, Lt. Colonel in 1945. Served 2nd battalion, 60th coast artillery (a. a.) on Bataan on Corregidor, wounded in action four times, taken prisoner at Corregidor May 6, 1942 until liberated Sept. 8, 1945, awarded purple heart with three oak leaf clusters, the silver star and the distinguished service cross. Received great ovation by City of Somerville on his arriving home. Married to Olga Katherine Neill, of Inglewood, Cal., July 31, 1939, a graduate of University of California; Edmund James, graduate Harvard University in 1931, B.A., with scholastic honors, and Georgetown Uni- versity Law School, is an attorney, and former secretary to Congressman Arthur D. Ely, Lt. Commander in U. S. Navy 1941-46, taking part in most of the Pacific area campaigns, married to Jewel Paine of Admond, Oklahoma; and Alfred George, graduate Tufts College School of En- gineering, attended Annapolis Military Training School, served as Lt. (s. g.) in U. S. Navy until 1946, awarded seven battle stars taking part in most of the Pacific campaigns. Res .: 21 Dartmouth St., Somerville.
MASSUCCO, MELVIN J .- Supervising Picture Editor, Daily Record- American and Sunday Advertiser. Born Boston, Oct. 30, 1910. Son of Domenic Massucco and Susan Biggi. Education: High School of Com- merce; Boston University; special courses at Harvard. In the service of Daily American and Sunday Advertiser since 1923. Married Josephine Masi of Everett, Nov. 30, 1933. Children: Melvin J. Jr., and Richard Edmund. Director of Newspaper Men's Benevolent Ass'n and member of greater Boston Soldiers' and Sailors' Committee. Active in civic and social affairs. Has sponsored most of servicemen's shows in Boston; highly praised by officials of the Army and Navy for service rendered. Father, born in Boston, court interpreter and retail groceries for 35 years. Grandfather, John, was a native of Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in the late 60's, was among the Italo American pioneer set- tlers of Boston Res .: 123 Bartlett Ave., Belmont.
MASSUCCO, WALTER ANDREW-Proprietor, Massucco Mfg. Co., 172 State St., Boston and Massucco Woolen Co., 67 Harbor .St., Lynn. Born Boston, Nov. 5, 1901. Son of Domenic Massucco and Susan Biggi. Grad- uated from East Boston High School. In business since 1920. Married Dorothy Lorcetz of Lynn, Sept. 5, 1922. One son, Richard, born Sept. 18, 1925, graduate Winthrop High, Exeter Academy and attended Har- vard, is in U. S. Army Air Force. Mr. Massucco is member of Winthrop Yacht Club. Fond of hunting, fishing and travel. Was for three years writing the fishing game column for the Boston Daily Record. His father
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was born in Boston, was court interpreter and retail grocer for 35 years. Had the following children: late Mrs. Hilda Bonugli; Walter A .; Robert J .; Melvin J .; Ernest P .; Mrs. Alma Puchini; and Mrs. Rita Casassa. Grandfather, John, was born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in the late 60's, settling in Boston. Res .: 187 Shore Drive, Winthrop.
MASTRANGELO, LOUIS-Physician and town official. Born Boston, Sept. 10, 1905. Son of Joseph Mastrangelo and Lucia Rosalia. Grad- uated from Boston College High School in 1923; Boston College and Middlesex College of Medicine and Surgery 1930, M.D. Interne, Richmond Memorial Hospital, Staten Island, N. Y. and Manhattan General Hospital, N. Y. City. In general practice in Watertown since 1933. On staff, Bellevue Hospital, Brookline. Member: local state, county and national Medical Societies; Phi Iota Mu Fraternity; B. P. O. E .; Order Sons of Italy in America; The Eagles. Married Helen Hodgkins Decost of Bar Harbor, Maine in 1926. Children: Louis, Lucia, Joseph, Richard. Parents were born Anzano di Puglia, Foggia, Italy. Came to America in 1885, settling in Boston. Office and Res .: 572 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown.
MASTRANGELO, CHARLES F. - Physician and Surgeon. Born An- zano Di Puglia, Foggia, Italy, July 14, 1894. Son of Rocco Mastrangelo and Concetta Rosati. Came to America in 1903, settling in Boston. At- tended the American International College of Springfield. Graduated from Huntington School in 1912 and Boston University School of Medicine in 1918, M.D. In general practice in Boston since 1918. Married Mary Di Angelis of Boston, June 19, 1922. Children: Lillian Concetta and Gloria Charlotte. Was member of varsity baseball and football teams. His father, a physician in Italy, had the following nine children: Michael, Charles, Henry, Paul, Marco, Oreste, Carmela, Josephine and Annina. Office: 261 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: School St., Watertown.
MASTRANGELO, FRANK and ALFONSO BROS .- Owners of the Angel Novelty Co. since 1919, one of largest firms in Massachusetts engaged in the manufacture of doors, windows and other builders' supplies, em- ploying over 300 men. Born Tufillo, Chieti,Italy. In America since 1900. Office: 340 Broad St., Fitchburg.
MASTRANGELO, MICHAEL J .- City Building Inspector, Engineer and Architect. Born Anzano di Puglia, Foggia, Italy, Sept. 6, 1891. Son of Rocco Mastrangelo and Concetta Rosati. Came to America in 1902, set- tling in Boston. Graduated from American International College (aca- demic) in 1910 and from Tufts College School of Engineering in 1914. Practicing architectural engineering in Boston since 1915. Served in World War I in the American army chemical warfare. Married Amelia DiCicco of Boston. Member: American Legion and State registered archi- tects. Fond of football, fishing, travelling and music. Res .: 10 Parley Ave., Jamaica Plain.
MASTRANGELO, ROCCO-Instructor of Italian, Revere High School. Born Boston, Sept. 10, 1907. Son of Angelo Mastrangelo and Antonette Steriti. Graduated: Revere High School; Boston University College of Liberal Arts in 1931, B.S .; and Middlebury College in 1939, M.A .; Ma- triculating at Middlebury College for his D.M.C. degree. Teacher at Re- vere High School since 1935. Formerly instructor in U. S. Army, special- ized training program in Italian, and Alien Adult Education, in Revere Evening Schools. Served in American forces World War II. Assistant director in social activities at Scuola Italiana and aide to the director. Former pro-consul of Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity. Member of Boston University Wrestling Team and of the Glee Club. Posesses a fine bari- tone voice, appearing frequently on stages and private clubs throughout the state. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America, K. of C., president of Revere Men's Teachers' Club, and secretary Mass. Assoc. of Teachers of Adult Education. His father, born in Anzano, Foggia, Italy, came to America in 1896, settling in Boston. Res .: 738 Broadway, Revere.
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MASTRO, LEONARD ROBERT Representative. Born Rockland, ( Mastrodomenico) and Maria A. High in 1929 (was leader of sc Pharmacy in 1933, Ph.G., on de 1934. In the service of Donovan of their Pleasant St. Store in Brock Laboratories since 1943. Married 1937. Children: Joseph Maurea, } ert II, born April 26, 1943. Mr 1903, settling in Rockland as shoe Fannie, is nurse and art instructor Robert; Dante F., a graduate of Army; Gerald J., is in U. S. Navy land High and at Framingham Te at Yarmouth ( Mass. ) High School
MASTROIANNI, ALBERT LOU June 9, 1910. Son of Nicola Ma uated from Commercial High Sc. football and basketball teams) ; Business Administration (was cap Boston University School of Law Springfield since 1934. Formerly Married Victoria Wegiel of Holy born Nov. 22, 1940. His father Came to America in 1902, settlin retail grocery business for 35 year Ave., Springfield.
MASTROIANNI, CONSTANCE March 27, 1925. Daughter of F Graduated from Milford High Sc and Beauty Culture. In the ser since 1944. Formerly with the P Member of Young Women's Club swimming, reading, art and mus Ionio, Catanzaro, Italy. Came to Had the following children: Cons High, is in U. S. Navy; Marie An
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7, 1940; Mary Eugenia, born Feb. 25, 1942; Ralph and Roberta (twins), born Sept. 3, 1943. Dr. Mastroianni's father came to America in 1887, lived in various parts of United States, engaged as stone cutter. Settled in Milford in 1917. Had the following children: late Ralph; Mrs. An- gelina Oliva; Frank; Joseph; Mrs. Mary Bramante and Nicholas Anthony. Office and Res .: 10 Congress St., Milford.
MASTROIANNI PETER JOSEPH-Proprietor, Miller Taxi Service, 112 State St., Springfield. Born Caiazzo, Benevento, Italy, May 25, 1890. Son of Pasquale Mastroianni and Maria Lena Mirto. Came to America in 1899, settling in West Springfield. Educated here and abroad. In the taxi business since 1910, one of the largest in Springfield. Mr. Mastroianni is the first Italian American to enter this field in Western Mass. Married Veronica Haley of Springfield, June 7, 1914. One daughter, Arleen Theresa, a graduate of Cathedral High and attended Bay Path Institute, now connected with her father in business. Member: American Taxi Cab Assoc., Elks, Royal Arcanum, Mass. Catholic Order of Foresters, and Chamber of Commerce. His father came to America in 1886, settled in Springfield in 1890. Had the following children: Peter, Rose, Florence, Alfred and Albert. Res .: 55 George St., West Springfield.
MASTROLIA, ALFRED FRANCIS-Instructor in Physical Education and Biology. Rockland High School. Born East Boston, May 18, 1913. Son of Liberato Mastrolia and Rosina Del Grosso. Graduated from East Boston High in 1930, St. John's Prep. in 1932 and North Carolina State College in 1938, Graduate Work in Sociology 1939-40, B.S. in Ed. Teach- ing at Rockland High since 1944. Formerly instructor of Physical Edu- cation at No. Carolina State College. Member: Rockland Teachers' Assoc., Mass. Teachers' Assoc., K. C., and E. Boston Progressive Club. In college he played football for four years. Played professional four years. Boxing instructor, track, and line coach in the American Professional League (Buffalo Tigers). His father was born in Eboli, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in East Boston as realtor. Had the following children: Mary, married to Gregory Fulgione, insurance agent, former captain in Italian army World War I; Beatrice, married to Gigi Lom- bardo; William, is in U. S. Navy; Vito, is in U. S. Army. Res .: 185 Gladstone St., East Boston.
MASTROMARINO, VICTOR A .- Pharmaceutical Medical Service Repre- sentative. Born in Boston. Son of Nicola Mastromarino and Rosina Neri. Graduated from English High and from Mass. College of Pharmacy. Med- ical service representative since 1944, formerly proprietor of Victor Drug Co. Member of Holy Name Society. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, hunting, travel and music. Hobby-mineral collecting. His father was born in Torre le Nocelle, Avellino, Italy, was a machinist. Mother, a native of Milano, was a prominent midwife in Boston. They came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Mrs. Edith Anzavino; Victor A .; Emma; and Mrs. Flora Vadala. Res .: 59 Acres Ave., Brookline.
MASTROPIETRO, FRANCESCO R .- Proprietor, Italian French Bread Bakery, 28 Spring St., Natick. Born Rocchetta S. Antonio, Foggia, Italy, March 26, 1891. Son of Joseph Mastropietro and Chiara Roberti. At- tended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1912. Lived in Fitch- burg and in Clinton. Veteran Italian Army, World War I. In business in Natick since 1932. Formerly with the American Brass Co. for ten years. Married Antonetta Leone of his native town, Feb. 20, 1911. Mr. Mastropietro is the founder of San Rocco Society and through his efforts the statue of San Rocco, was acquired for the society in cooperation with his wife. He is member of Italian American Citizens' Club and vener- able of Francesco De Santis Lodge Qrder Sons of Italy. Also the founder
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of Italian World War Veterans Federation of the U. S. Is fond of all sports. Hobby, playing the accordion. Res .: 28 Spring St., Natick.
MASTROTA, BIAGIO-Designer. Born Civita, Cosenza, Italy, March 10, 1894. Son of Peter Francis and Theresa Piccoli. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1910, settling in New York where he learned art of designing. In Boston since 1922. In service of Shibley-Fine Inc. since 1940. Formerly in business under the name of Robinson Bros., Inc., for eleven years. Married Gloria Cesarini of Boston, May 29, 1928. Children: Iris, a graduate of Melrose High; Kathleen Dell and special courses at Boston University; and Theresa, a student. Mr. Mastrola is member of Y. M. C. A. His father, a native of Civita, Italy, came to America in 1900, lived in New York, now in Italy. Res .: 462 E. Foster St.,. Melrose.
MASUCCI, JOSEPH T .- Supervising Inspector. Born Springfield, Feb. 23, 1909. Son of Angelo Masucci and Constance Fiore. Graduated Classi- cal High School in 1926. Supervising inspector, wage and hour public contracts division U. S. Dept. of Labor in Springfield since 1941. Formerly asst. regional director C. I. O. of New England and other important posts. Married Wanda Kusiak of Chicopee, Aug. 25, 1931. Children: Marjorie Martha and Joan Constance. Member: Protective Lodge, and asst. ven- erable Order Sons of Italy. His father born Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy. Mother, a native of Rome, Italy. They came to U. S. in 1901, settling in Springfield, where they married Sept. 16, 1907. Had the following children: Joseph; Frank, chief production clerk at Westinghouse Electric Co .; and Mrs. Millie Jordan. Res .: 68 Palmer Ave., Springfield.
MATARAZZO, MARY D .- Physician. Born Syracuse, N. Y., June 18, 1900. Daughter of Joseph Di Giorgio and Elizabeth Solimando. Grad- uated from Girls' High School of Boston in 1918 and Tufts College Med- ical School in 1924, M.D. Interne at New England Hospital for Women. In general practice since 1929. On staff at New England Hospital, Ob- stetrical service and in charge of varicose vein clinic. Married Louis Matarazzo of Boston (proprietor of Atlas Food Mart of Quincy), Aug. 24, 1924. One daughter, Betty Lou, born June 21, 1927. Member: West Roxbury and Mass. Medical Associations; The New England Women Med- ical Society. Fond of swimming, travelling, and music. Father born in Armento, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1874, settling in Syracuse, later in Boston. Office: 483 Beacon St., Boston. Res .: 265 Belgrade Ave., Roslindale.
MATARESE, ANTONIO A., M.D .- Obstetrician and Gynecologist. Born Westerly, R. I., April 30, 1906. Son of John B. Matarese and Maria Mat- tera. Graduated from Westerly High in 1924; R. I. State College in 1928, B.S., with highest scholastic honors; Harvard Medical School in 1932, M.D. Interne for five years at Free Hospital for Women, Brookline; Worcester City Hospital, Boston Sanatorium, and Boston City Hospital. On courtesy staff of Free Hospital for Women of Brookline and Leonard Morse Hospital of Natick. Visiting obstetrician and assistant surgeon Framingham Union Hospital. Practise limited to Gynecology and Ob- stetrics. Diplomate of American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Fellow of American Medical Association. Member of N. E. Obstetrical and Gynecological Society and Mass. Medical Society. Married Dorothy E. Houston, Oct. 12, 1939, a graduate of Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing. Children: Elizabeth, Margo, and John. Dr. Matarese's father was born in Ischia, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1898, settling in Westerly, R. I. Had the following children: Antonio, Andrew, Theresa, Assunta, George, Angelina, John, Lawrence and Anne. Office: 56 Proctor St., Framingham. Res .: Cutler Drive, Ashland, Mass.
MATARESE, ANTHONY DONALD-Manager, Brockton Gas Light Co. Born Somerville, Sept. 11, 1900. Son of Theodore Matarese and Josephine
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Catanzaro. Graduated: Somerville High, and Mass. Institute of Tech- nology in 1914. Was for three years connected with public utility in- dustry as cadet engineer at Charles H. Tenney and Co. Transferred in 1937 to the Brockton Gas Light Co., as asst. distribution engineer. Pro- moted in 1932 to production superintendent. Since 1935 has been man- ager, in which position his responsibilities cover the entire operation of the Company, employing over 200 people, manufacturing and distributing gas to the City of Brockton and 20 surrounding towns. Married Caroline De Fazio of Wakefield, Sept. 18, 1927. One daughter, Jane, born Sept. 24, 1935. Mr. Matarese is sec'ty and director of Brockton Rotary Club; member: executive committee American Red Cross; Mayor's Committee post-war management problems; Guild of Gas Managers of New England; University Club; Sanford Lodge A. F. & A. M., and numerous other organ- izations. Parents were born in Gaeta, Littoria, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888, settling in Somerville. Res .: 34 Tilton Ave., Brockton.
MATERA, FRANCIS VITO-Attorney-at-Law. Born East Boston, Jan. 6, 1914. Son of Anthony Matera and Beatrice De Sanctis. Graduated: East Boston High School, 1931 (pres. of his class and colonel of school regiment); Lowell Institute School of M. I. T., 1934; Northeastern Uni- versity School of Law, 1938, L.L.B. (while attending school he worked as civil engineer, 1932-38). In general practice in East Boston since 1938. Married Nauda Capoccia of East Boston, May 26, 1940, a former student at Bryn Mawr College. One daughter, Frederica Beatrice, born Aug. 30, 1941. Member: Italian American Bar Ass'n; Order Sons of Italy; pres. East Boston High School Alumni Ass'n since 1940; former chairman of rationing board and general chairman of American Red Cross - both of East Boston. . Elected State Representative in 1944. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Castel- nuovo, Foggia, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894, settling in East Bos- ton, engaged as tailor for over 40 years. Attorney Matera is nephew to Francesco De Sanctis, Chief Justice, Court of Appeals, Rome, Italy. Office: 163 Meridian St. Res .: 116 White St., East Boston.
MATERA, JAMES J .- Civil Engineer. Born East Boston, May 11, 1912. Son of Anthony Matera and Beatrice De Sanctis. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1928. Lowell Institute of M. I. T., mechanical and civil engineering, 1931 and 1934. Attended Northeastern, Boston Uni- versity, Harvard and M. I. T. for graduate work in engineering and science. In the service of Commonwealth of Mass. Metropolitan District Commission, Water Division, since 1931 and consulting engineer of firm Matera & Matera of Boston. Married Livia M. Tonon of Vittorio Veneto, Italy, in 1938, graduate of Mass. School of Art and New York School of Social Work, is director of Art Dept., Camp Ciela Celeste of East Boston Social Center Council. Children: Ligia and Antonio. Member of Mass. State Engineering Assoc., and New England Water Works Assoc. His father, born in Castelnuovo, Foggia, Italy, Came to U. S. A. in 1894, settling in Plymouth and Boston, engaged in tailoring business. Mother, a native of Viggiano, Basilicata, Italy, is sister of the famous jurist, Francesco De Sanctis of Rome, Italy. Res .: 82 West Eagle St., East Boston.
MATINZI, RALPH F .- Supt., Boys Club of Plymouth. Born Corpo di Reno, Ferrara, Italy, Nov. 18, 1891. Son of Louis Matinzi and Generosa Fellavena. In America since 1895. Educated in the Plymouth public schools. Served in U. S. Army 1908-1919. Took part in the occupaiton of Vera Cruz, Mexico in 1914 and spent four years on the Mexican border. Travelled throughout the U. S. as military instructor and distinguished himself in the field of sports, especially baseball and basketball. Supt. of Plymouth Boys Club since 1919. Also truant officer of Plymouth Public Schools since 1930. Married late Bessie R. Holmes of Plymouth,
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a graduate of Simmons College and a Librarian. Children: Oliver Holmes, is in U. S. Army in the Pacific; and Louis F., also in U. S. Army overseas. Married second time to Mary Vincent Horgan of Philadelphia. Member: American Legion; V. F. W .; Foresters; Vespucci Club, etc. His father came to U. S. in 1891, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth. Had the following children: Ralph F., late Ferdinand; Agnes; and Eleanor. Res .: 15 Oak St., Plymouth.
MATTALIANO, STEPHEN J .- Insurance Agent. Born in Santa Cater- ina, Villanova, Caltanisetta, Italy, Aug. 17, 1888. Son of Joseph Mattali- ano and Barbara Pignato. Came to America with his parents in 1896, settling in Boston. Graduated from English High School in 1906 and from Suffolk University School of Law in 1929, L.L.B. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. since 1923. Formerly in the wholesale package goods business in East Boston. Married Caroline Rocco of Boston, May 31, 1914. Children: Barbara, Joseph (U. S. Army), Stephen, Gerard and Carolyn. Member of Knights of Pythias. Fond of baseball, travelling, hunting, fishing and lover of music. Res .: 34 Blue Hills Ter., Milton.
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