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High School of Commerce and Dolores Rita, a student. Mr. Mero is fond of outdoor life, travel and grand opera. His father, who came to U. S. A. in 1906, settled in Worcester. Had the following children: Angelo, An- tonetta, Genoveffa, and Paola. Res .: 19 Wilson St., Worcester.
MEROLLA, ADOLFO - Teacher of Clarinet and Composition. Born Naples, Italy, Jan. 11, 1889. Son of John Merolla and Emma Sacchi. Educated in public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1906, settling in Boston, where he continued study of the clarinet under Straser, Iachia and Arno. Later joined the famous Iachia Orchestra and the 101st field artillery U. S. Band, which took him throughout the U. S. Served in U. S. Army during World War I and saw service in France. Was awarded Croix de guerre for bravery. In recent years devoted most of his time to orchestra playing and teaching the clarinet. Has com- posed numerous outstanding compositions, many of which have been played by leading bands and orchestras. Among the many may be men- tioned: Horserace overture; Minuette; Cavotta; Tarantella; Prayer; Ave Maria; Chinatown; A Day in Autumn; Unknown Soldier's March; Marclı of U. S. Flag; the Glory of the Army; Puppet's Dance; Mazurka; Oh, My Mary, etc. Studio and Res .: 774 Huntington Ave., Boston.
MEROLA, JOSEPH FRANCIS-Physician and Surgeon. Born Burling- ton, Vt., Jan. 13, 1909. Son of Frank Merola and Louise Gilardo. Educa- tion: Cathedral High School; University of Vermont; Middlesex Uni- versity School of Medicine (1934, M.D.). Interne at Samaritan Hospital and Williamsburg Maternity Hospital both of Brooklyn, N. Y. Assisted Dr. J. A. Wark F. A. C. S. of Barre, Vt., and resident physician at Green- wich, Conn. Municipal Hospital. In general practice in Waltham since 1937. On staff of Teresian Lying in Hospital, Bellevue Hospital of Brook- line, and Bay State Hospital of Boston. Member: Order Sons of Italy and Eagles. Married Emma Marie Varvaro of Clifton, N. J., Nov. 30, 1939, also a physician. Children: Frank, born Aug. 13, 1940; Marianne, born Sept. 13, 1941 and Joseph Jr., born Oct. 19, 1942. Dr. Merola's father was born in Cervinara, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Burlington. Had the following children: Joseph F., John, Anthony, Clementine, Rocco, Vincent, Louis, Gloria, Arthur and Raymond. Office: 46 High St. Res .: 197 High St., Waltham.
MERRA, JERRY - Proprietor, Merra Leather Co., 155 Central St., Brockton. Born Canosa, Bari, Italy, March 20, 1898. Son of Francesco Merra and Petronilla Galla. Came to America in 1914, settling in Brock- ton. In business since 1930. Formerly shoe worker. Married late Lucia D'Alessandra, Oct. 14, 1923. Children: Patricia, born July 29, 1924; Frank, born May 26, 1926, is in U. S. Army; and Roger, born Dec. 5, 1929. Member: Order Sons of Italy, Novelli Club, 49 A. C. Inc., and Ar- tillery Society. Fond of football, travel and music. Married second time to Theresa Di Giacomo of Brockton, Feb. 25, 1944. Mr. Merra has the following brothers and sisters: Antonio, Sabino, Mrs. Carmela Di Stasi and Mrs. Rosina Gagliardi. Res .: 379 North Warren Ave., Brockton.
MESITI. DOMENICK-Pioneer Italian American in Mass. in the manu- facture of fine furniture since 1900. Ancestors were furniture makers for 300 years back. Born Messina, Italy, Dec. 4, 1884. Son of John Mesiti and Grace Perrone, a native of Messina, whose father was a sea captain. Mr. Mesiti was educated in the public schools of his native town and under private tutoring. Came to America in 1900, settling in Boston, where he has since been engaged in the furniture field, especially Colonial reproductions. Married Sabina Barbara of Boston, Oct. 12, 1919. Fond of outdoor life, travelling, symphony and the opera. Res .: 25 Boynton Rd., Medford.
MESSA, PASQUALE-Insurance and Real Estate. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, June 14, 1884. Son of Giovanni Battista Messa and Girolama De
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Biasio. Educated at Teano Seminary and at Sessa Aurunga College. Served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1906, settling in Law- rence. In business since 1917. Formerly agent for the Prudential Life Ins. Co. for five years. Mr. Messa has been a teacher in adult education at Oliver School since 1922. Has helped thousands of his countrymen to become American citizens and is deeply interested in civic and welfare work. Married Adelaide Savinelli of Lawrence, Nov. 25, 1909. Children: Richard A., graduate Lawrence High and Scott School of Art in Boston, is with Photoswich Corp .; Ugo C., graduate Lawrence High and Mass. Radio and Telegraph School, is chief inspector for U. S. Signal Corp. Member of Rocco de Mandro Society and Tripolitania Club. Has two brothers in Italy: (Anthony a postmaster) and Vincenzo. Address: 13 Cardillo Way, Lawrence.
MESSINA, JAMES D .- Representative, Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., East Boston Branch. Born Canicatti, Agrigenti, Italy, Feb. 21, 1901. Son of Diego Messina and Giuseppina Lo Verme. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Boston. Graduated from Eliot School and attended High School. In the service of Metropolitan Insurance Co., since 1944. Formerly distributor of bakers' supplies for number of years. Married. Has one son, Diego Richard, a graduate of Boston English High, attending Boston College, class '47, is veteran U. S. Army Air Force Lt., as navigator. Mr. Messina is a member of K. C., and Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1905 settling in Boston, engaged in the bakery field. Had following children: Leo; James; Rose, married to Nicholas Marafino; Angelo; Mar- garet; Mary; Charles, veteran U. S. Navy Seabees, World War II, as second class petty officer. Res .: 256 Leyden St., East Boston.
METAFORA, LUIGI-Representative of the Ronzoni Food Products. Born in Naples, Italy in 1908, where he attended High School and Col- lege. Came to U. S. in 1935, settling in Boston. Married in 1939. One son, Robert. Mr. Metafora was an amateur boxer in his younger days. Fond of dramatics, literature, travel, art and music. Res .: 32 Harriett Ave., Belmont.
MEZZACAPPA, ANTONIO L. - Assistant Professor of Modern Lan- guages, Northeastern University, Boston. Born Monacilioni, Campobasso, Italy, Oct. 7, 1899. Son of Domenico Mezzacappa and Felicia Iosue. Came to America in 1912, settling in Wakefield. Graduated: Wakefield High School, 1920; Amherst College, 1920-22; Harvard University, 1924, A.B., 1928, M.A .; 1935, Ph.D. Assistant Prof. at Northeastern University since 1940. Formerly at Westbrook Seminary, Hobart College, Harvard and Boston College Graduate School. Author: "The Preposition ALAB and its use in La Divina Commedia" and other scholarly articles. Married Venezia Amaru of Lexington, Mass. (a graduate of Boston University), June 19, 1932. Children: Felicia Anne and Damon. Member: Modern Lauguages Ass'n of America; American Ass'n of Teachers of Italian; American Ass'n of Teachers of Spanish. President of Eastern Mass. Ass'n of Teachers of Italian. Parents came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Wake- fied. Address: Northeastern University, Boston.
MICELI, MATTEO-Proprietor, Mitchell Dress Shop Co., 786 Wash- ington St., Boston. Born Mazzara del Vallo, Trapani, Italy, Dec. 14, 1895. Son of Lorenzo Miceli and Giacomina Angelo. Attended public school in Italy. Veteran Italian Army World War I. Came to U. S. in 1920, set- tling in Boston. In business since 1937, specializing in all kinds of women's dress. Married Mary Tornabene of Dorchester, June 6, 1926. Children: Jacqueline, graduate of Dorchester High; Lawry, and Theresa. . Fond of art, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Salvatore, Gaetano, Giuseppe, Giuseppina, and Vitina, all residing in Italy. Res .: 35 Fairmount St., Dorchester.
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MICELI, SALVATORE-Tailor, Newspaper Correspondent and former Editor of his own paper, "La Fiaccola". Born Lercara, Palermo, Italy, Aug. 7, 1882. Son of Luigi Miceli and Felicia Giordano. Came to Amer- ica in 1904, settling in Boston, where he learned the dressmaking trade, later entered the real estate business. Organizer of the Italian Local Union of International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union, and was its leader from 1915-40. In 1939 he organized the Italian American Citizens' Club of Mass., and served as president for several years. Active in ciic affairs and has contributed largely to every worthy cause. Married Teresa Burgio of South Boston, June 13, 1912. One daughter, Felicia, married to Edward McGloin. Res .: 450 East 3rd St., So. Boston.
MIGLIOZZI, PETER-Real Estate. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, Aug. 7, 1891. Son of John Migliozzi and Maria Rotonda. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1910, settling in Wor- cester. In real estate business since 1922. Formerly in the insurance field. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America and other organizations. Fond of baseball, boxing, travelling and grand opera. His parents, na- tives of Teano, Italy, had the following children: Peter, Domenico, Cos- tantino, Angelina and Rosina. Res .: 22 Wilson St., Worcester.
MILANO, DANIEL G .- Inspector, Boston Health Dept. Born Boston, Jan. 3, 1907. Son of Joseph Milano and Emanuela Serignano. Graduated from English High School, 1925; attended Tufts Medical School and grad- uated from Boston College, 1930, Ph.B .; Assistant director at North Bennett St .. Industrial School Caddy Camp, Maplewood, N. H., for five years. Social worker, chief investigator for Federal Works Administration Agency in Mass., 1934-42. Inspector for Boston Health Dept. since 1943. Has conducted for three years illustrated lectures on health, sanitary hygiene regarding the North end of Boston. Active in civic and social affairs. Married Constance De Minico of Boston, April 18, 1937. Children: Deanne and Phyllis Anne. Father, born in Luogosano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1880, settling in Boston. In contracting and real estate business for over 40 years. Res .: 31 Parmenter St., Boston.
MILANO, JOSEPH A .- Businessman. Born Boston, April 8, 1883. Son of Illuminato Milano and Maria A. D'Agostino. Education: Eliot School and English High School. Engaged in the cotton business since 1908. Married Margaret Lauretta McDevitt of Boston. Children: Mary E. (von Klock); Joseph A. Jr., a graduate of Northeastern Law School in 1940, now commissioned officer in U. S. Army; Arthur D., in U. S. Army. Mr. Milano is member of the Legislature since 1933. Formerly member Board of Aldermen, 1923-32, and president in 1927. Past exalted ruler of the Elks. Active in civic and political affairs. Father, born at Roccasicura, Campobasso, Italy, came to America in 1875, settling in Boston. Res .: 117 Grove St., Melrose.
MILANO, PATRICK A .- President and Treasurer of P. A. Milano Inc., Boston. Born Boston, Aug. 26, 1893. Son of Anthony Milano and Filo- mena Sarnie. Graduated from English High School in 1910. Began in the employ of American Railway Express Co., later with the Atlantic Express Co. Served in U. S. Navy during World War I. In business since 1919. Married Josephine Morelli of Boston, July 4, 1915. Member of K. of C. and B. P. O. E. Fond of baseball, football, hunting, fishing and music. His father was born in Luogosano, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. A. in 1889, settling in Boston. Had eight children. Office: 204 Milk St., Boston. Res .: 14 Chelsea St., East Boston.
MILO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Joe Milo and Co., 71 Exchange St., Lynn, established in 1898. Born Armento, Basilicata, Italy, May 5, 1879. Son of Pietro Milo and Agnese Defini. Came to America in 1888, lived in New York. Settled in Lynn in 1896, where he established his business in 1898, pioneer Italian American in the city in the shoe shining field, later
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hat renovating and shoe repairing. Mr. Milo is widely known for his honesty and friendly spirit. Married Filomena Motta, Nov. 26, 1901. Children: Agnes, married to Charles Angeramo; Peter, associated with his father; Catherine, married to John Pierro; Anthony, graduate of Classical High and Tufts College Medical School, in U. S. Army; and John, graduate of Classical High and M. I. T. engineering. Res .: 31 Webster St., Lynn.
MINGOLLA, JOSEPH-General Contractor, 10 Peabody St., Worcester. Born Sava, Taranto, Italy, Nov. 11, 1891. Son of Cosimo Mingolla and Stella Buccolieri. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1907, settling in Worcester. In business since 1929, specializing in building roads, bridges, and dams. Married Stella Favulli of Worcester, in 1914. Children: Cosimo, graduate of North High School, now associated with his father in contracting business; Joseph Jr., grad- uate of North High School, also associated with his father in business; Stella Pauline, graduate of High School of Commerce; Dorris Mary, grad- uate of Girls' Trade School; Henry Martin, graduate of North High School, in U. S. Army Air Corps. Member of Terra d'Otranto Society. Has the following brothers and sisters in Italy: Dolorata, Martino, Gaetano, Fran- cesco, Giovanni, Lucia. Res .: 10 Peabody St., Worcester.
MINICHIELLO, FERRANDO MARCUS-Agent, John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co., Fitchburg. Born Fitchburg, Feb. 24, 1917. Son of Francesco Minichiello and Annina Romano. Graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1938. In the service of John Hancock Insurance Co. since 1942. Married Catherine Collette, April 10, 1938, a graduate of Gardner High School. Children: Kenneth Ronald, born March 19, 1941; and Gloria Jean, born June 7, 1942. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America and the Eagles. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father was born in Montemiletto, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Fitchburg. Had the following children: Carmen, Nunzio, Ferrando, Anthony and Rudolph. Res .: 60 Granite St., Fitch- burg.
MININCLERI, PHILIP JR .- Business Agent, Boston Joint Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America. Born Riesi, Caltanisetta, Italy, Sept. 27, 1911. Son of Filippo Minincleri and Giovanna Picceri. In U. S. since 1913. Graduated from Medford High and attended Northeastern Uni- versity School of Engineering. Business agent with Amalgamated Cloth- ing Workers since 1943. Formerly worker in men's clothing for ten years. Married Emily H. Sica of Boston, Sept. 4, 1944. Member: Mass. Advisory Board O. P. A. and on O. P. A. Labor Advisory Committee for State of Mass. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, travel and grand opera. His father, a prominent labor sulphur mining adminis- trator in Riesi, Italy for 14 years. Came to U. S. in 1911, settling in Boston in 1919. Had the following children: Lorenzo; Mrs. Matilde Carito of Washington, D. C .; late Saverio; Alfred, veteran U. S. Army World War II; Mrs. Clelia Mobilia; Philip Jr .; and Attilio. Res .: 12 Cushing St., Medford.
MINOFO, JOHN BATTISTA-Born Palermo, Italy, Feb. 18, 1907. Son of Salvatore Minofo and Giuseppa Marineo. Educated in public schools in Italy, and joined the Italian Merchant Marine at the age of 16. Veteran Italian Navy (as diver) World War I, was on battleship San Giorgio when it sank and King Emanuel III son was on board of the ill fated ship. Came to U. S. in 1930, settling in Boston, where he has since been engaged in the fishing industry. Married Francesca Paola Lauro of his native town in 1937. Two children: Josephine and Mary Rose. Mr. Minofo was on fishing boat St. Anna, which on Nov. 16, 1945, smashed at 7:30 a.m. in the roughest sea experienced that year, on the Provincetown coast, two of the six on board perished, the rest swam ashore, one mile away.
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Mr. Minofo is fond of boxing, travel, and grand opera. His father, a fisherman in Italy, is veteran of Italian Navy, World War I. Has the following children: John B .; Ninfa; Tanina; Paolo, veteran Italian Navy, World War II; Rosa; and Maria. Res .: 440 Hanover St., Boston.
MINUTOLI, FRANCESCO-Proprietor, Modern Barber Shop, 69 Main St., Watertown. Born Santo Stefano di Briga, Messina, Italy, Jan. 25, 1894. Son of Michele Minutoli and Giovanna Galletta. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also learned the barber profession. In business since 1930. Married Maria Latella of Contessi, Messina, Italy, Jan. 30, 1927, while visiting there. Has one son, Michael, graduate of Belmont High school, now serving in U. S. Navy. Mr. Minutoli is veteran U. S. Army World War I in France. Member American Legion Post 99 of Watertown and of the Italian Workingman's Society of Waverly. Active in civic and political affairs. Has one sister Flavia, married to Antonino Cucinotta. Res .: 267 Beach St., Belmont.
MIRABELLA, LOUIS H .- Salesman, Leopold Morse Co. Born Boston, May 6, 1898. Son of Joseph Mirabella and Margarita Santacroce. In the service of Leopold Morse clothing store of Boston since 1923. Considered among the leading salesmen in the field of clothing. Married Rose Reni of Boston. July 16, 1923. Children: Marguarite, Joseph and Irma. Mem- ber: Columbus Association and K. of C. Fond of baseball, football and music. Parents were born in Caiazzo, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 70's, settling in Boston, engaged in manufacturing of candies for over 50 years. Res .: 25 Stanley Ave., Medford.
MIRABELLI, EUGENE-Associate Professor of Structural Design at M. I. T. Born Boston, July 29, 1898. Son of Blaise Mirabelli and Mary Barbastefano. Graduated: English High School, 1915; Mass. Institute of Technology, 1919, S.B. Assistant engineer, McClintic Marshall Co., 1919- 20; instructor of civil engineering, M. I. T., 1920-28; assistant professor, structural design, 1928-1938; associate professor, structural design since 1938. Formerly, construction engineer, Boston Bldg. Dept., connected with numerous projects of design supervision on structural work. Mar- ried Josephine Amaru of Lexington, June 1928. Children: Eugene Jr. and Richard Edmond. Member: A. S. C. E .; Boston Society Civil En- gineers; American Concrete Institute; Society for promotion of Engineer- ing Education. Author: "Professional Papers". Travelled extensively in France, Switzerland, and Italy. His father was born in Morana, Calabria, Italy. Came to America in 1880, settling in Boston, merchant for over 40 years. Office: M. I. T., Cambridge. Res .: 1963 Mass. Ave., Lexington.
MIRABELLO, FRANK-Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, Feb. 3, 1902. Son of Joseph Mirabello and Margaret Santacroce. Graduated from English High School 1919 and from Tufts College pre-medical and Med- ical School, 1925, M.D. Interne at St. Joseph's Hospital of Baltimore and Carney Hospital of South Boston. In general practice in Everett since 1929. On staff of Malden Hospital, Boston Dispensary, and Whid- den Memorial Hospital of Everett. Married Florence Faughnan of Spring- field, April 29, 1935. Children: Nancy Marie, and Frank Martin. Mem- ber: Everett Medical Society; N. E. Medical Assoc .; American Medical Assoc., and the B. P. O. E. His father, born in Caiazzo, Benevento, Italy, came to America in 1888, settling in Boston. Office and Res .: 332 Broad- way, Everett.
MIRAGLIA, FELICE-Executive Chef, Adamo Restaurant, 6 Fanueil Hall, Boston. Was born in Boston, July 10, 1914. Son of Michael Mir- aglia and Mary Louise Massaro. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. Served in U. S. Merchant Marine for 12 years as chef commissary stew- ard. Fond of boxing, hockey, baseball, travel and music. His father was born in Armento, Basilicata, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1896, settling in Boston as ship builder. Had the following children: Felice; Antonio;
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Mrs. Rose McNeil; Mrs. Anna Litwin; and Joseph, who is serving in U. S. Navy. Res .: 333 Harrison Ave., Boston.
MIRANDA. ARTHUR A .- Lawyer and Insurance Broker. Born East Boston, Dec. 17, 1909. Son of Michael Miranda and Ersilia Nazzaro. Graduated: E. Boston High; Suffolk Univ. Law School in 1933, L.L.B. and Southern Law School of Athens, Georgia. Practiced law in Georgia and was member of the Federal District Court. Insurance broker in East Boston since 1934. Married Caroline E. Disario, Oct. 23, 1933, a graduate of East Boston High. One daughter, Ursula Caroline, born May 20, 1934. Member of the Elks; honorary member Bachelor Club; troop committeeman in the Boy Scouts. Served in U. S. Coast Guard Reserve. Active in civic, welfare and political affairs. His father, born in Ariano di Puglia, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in East Boston as shoe worker. Had following children: Arthur A., Mrs. Alma Spagnuolo and Margaret. Office: 362 Chelsea St. Res .: 60 Neptune Rd., E. Boston.
MIRARCHI, PHILIP BLAISE-Born Salem, Ohio, Feb. 3, 1908. Son of Felix Mirarchi and Filomena Rossi. Settled in Springfield in 1916. Graduated from Technical High School in 1926 and took special chem- istry courses at I. C. S. Member of Springfield Fire Dept. since Dec. 20, 1936. Recording secretary of local 648 Fire Fighters Union; vice-presi- dent of Privates Club. Member: K. of C .; Holy Name Society; Laymen's Retreat League; Y. M. C. A. Fond of golf, football, swimming, wood- carving, reading and music. His father, born in Gerace Marino, Reggio Calabria, Italy, came to America in 1904, settling in Ohio, later in Spring- field. Had the following children: Frank, Carmelo, Francesca, and Philip. His mother was born in San Pietro, Avellino, Campobasso, Italy. Res .: 14 Applewood Place, Springfield.
MIRRA, ANTHONY-Proprietor, A. Mirra Gown Shop, 184 Boylston St., Boston. Born Campagna, Salerno, Italy, July 14, 1897. Son of Vito Mirra and Maria Caponigro. Attended public schools in his native town, where he studied custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1911, settling in Boston. In business since 1928. Married Alice Bishop of Boston, Sept. 1, 1927. Children: Anthony Jr., attended East Boston High and graduated from Bryant and Stratton Commercial School; Joann Alice; and Beverly Jane. Favorite sports: baseball, hockey, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1894, settling in Boston, in the shoe store business. Had the following children: Tobia; Anthony; Louis; Paul, veteran U. S. Army World War II; Mrs. Jeanette Faretra; and Florence. Res .: 211 Saratoga St., East Boston.
MISCI, MARIO-Attorney-at-Law, 23 Central Ave., Lynn. Born Boston, July 18, 1917. Son of Amedeo Misci and Anna Ciamma. Graduated from Revere High School in 1934, Suffolk University .Law School in 1940, L.L.B., cum laude. In general practice since 1941. Married the late Eleonora Caggiano of Boston in 1941. Member of K. of C., Veteran of U. S. Army World War II. American Legion. Fond of horseback riding, football, travel, and music. His father was born in Ortona Chieti, Italy. Came to U. S. A. in 1908, settling in New York, later in Revere. Had the following children: Antoinette, Thomas, Julio, Lena, Aldo, and Eleanor. Res .: 39 Carlton St., Revere.
MISTERLY, GAETANO-Instructor of Violin, Viola and Harmony, 121 State St., Springfield. Born Montalbano Elicona, Messina, Italy, Dec. 15, 1894. Son of Luigi Misterly and Giuseppa Capotosto. Was brought to America in 1900, settling in Springfield. Graduated from Technical High School in 1912. Attended St. Cecilia Musical Liceum of Rome, Italy, for three years, under Ettore Pinelli, director of Augusteo Orchestra. During World War I, he served as officer in the Italian Army; graduated from Luigi Cherubini Royal Institute of Music of Florence in 1920 under Pro- fessors Pasquali and Lari. Since his return to America in 1921 he has
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been teaching music in Springfield. On WMAS, string quartette, since 1940. Had his own trio for three years on station WBZ. Member of Hartford and Springfield Symphony orchestras and first violinist of the Connecticut Opera Assoc. since 1942. Res .: 364 Mill St., Agawam, Mass. MISTERLY, JOHN-Ladies' Tailor, 175 State St., Springfield. Born Montalbano Elicona, Messina, Italy, Jan. 2, 1882. Son of Gaetano Mis- terly and Felicia Gorgone. Educated in the public schools of his native town and learned the art of designing in Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1898, settling in New York City, where he worked as ladies' clothes designer. In the ladies' tailoring business in Springfield since 1903, being the first Italian American ladies' tailor in the city. Married Hattie Cora Haring of Springfield, Dec. 27, 1910. Children: John, a graduate of Tech- nical High, now inspector Division of Narcotics in State of California; and Richard, graduate of Technical High, a commercial artist in Spring- field. His father who came to U. S. A. in 1905, settled in Springfield. Had the following children: Anna, Josephine and John. Res .: 567 Dick- inson St., Springfield.
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