Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 83

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876

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MIZZI, CONRAD-Tonsorialist. Born Pachino, Siracusa, Italy, Nov. 29, 1903. Son of Joseph Mizzi and Grace Rizza. Came to America in 1905, settling in Salem in 1911. Graduated from Salem High and at- tended Northeastern University. In the barber business since 1924. Partner in the Terminal barber shop of Salem. Married Mary Irwin of Salem, July 20, 1922. Children: Robert, born Jan. 16, 1924, graduate of Salem High and attended Essex Agricultural College, in U. S. Navy; and Jean- nette, born July 30, 1926, graduate of Salem High and Salem Hospital School of Nursing. Member: Salem Athletic Club and Eagles. Hobby- yachting. His father came to America in 1904. Had the following chil- dren: Frank; Conrad; Domenic (a teacher in Salem High School, now officer in U. S. Army); Harry, in U. S. Navy; Raymond, biologist, killed in action U. S. Army in Guam Island, July 21, 1944; Constance and Mrs. Jane Osborn (Jr.), all of whom have graduated from Salem High. Res .: 32 School St., Salem.

MOBILIA, GERTRUDE MARGARET-Payroll Auditor. Born Boston, Feb. 3, 1908. Daughter of Charles Mobilia and Angela Di Stefano. Grad- uated from Medford High School in 1926 and attended Boston University, specializing in accounting. In the service of Employers Group Insurance since 1928. Member of the Owl Ass'n of Employers Group, the Y. W. C. A. and former champion of the bowling league of the Italian Literary Club. Fond of travelling, art, reading, music, concerts and plays. Father was born in Monte Albano D'Elicona, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1901, settling in Boston, where he married in 1907. Children: Anthony, Florence and Gertrude of this sketch. Mother, also a native of Monte Albano, came to America in 1907. Res .: 256 Main St., Medford.

MOBILIA, NICHOLAS-Insurance Agent. Born Montalbano, Messina, Italy, Aug. 13, 1911. Son of Guy A. Mobilio and Vincenza Lopresti. In U. S. since nine months old. Graduated, Medford High School and at- tended Fisher's Business College. In the service of the Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., Everett Branch, since 1938. Veteran U. S. Army World War II, in Europe, awarded three battle stars. Married Clelia Minincleri of Med- ford, Sept. 26, 1937, a graduate of Medford High School. Member: Amer- ican Legion; V. F. W. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. His father came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Boston, as custom tailor, later agent for the Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. for 27 years. Had the following chil- dren: Nicholas; Mary, married to Domenic Foti; Joseph, veteran U. S. Army in the Pacific, awarded four battle stars; Emily, married to Mark Rocci; Harry, veteran U. S: Army in Europe, took part in the invasion of Normandy, awarded four battle stars; Robert, veteran U. S. Army; and William, is in U. S. Army. Res .: 107 Ashcroft Rd., Medford.

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MOCCA, ANTHONY-Dentist. Born New Haven, Conn., Oct. 10, 1907. Son of Louis Mocca and Genevieve Cardinale. Graduated: Worcester North High in 1926; Tufts pre-dental and Tufts Dental School in 1932, D.M.D. In general practice in Worcester since 1932. Married Cecilia Lacerenza of Worcester, Feb. 22, 1938, a graduate of North High, Mass. School of Art. and Boston Museum of Fine Arts. Considered outstanding in the field of painting. She is a former teacher of art in Worcester High School of Commerce. Dr. Mocca's father was born in the province of Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settled in New Haven. Had the following children: Anthony, Palmina, Frank, a quartermaster in U. S. Army, and Nicholas, a meterologist in U. S. Air Corps. Res .: 23 Kenilworth Rd., Shrewsbury, Mass.

MOCCIA, FRANK-Proprietor of Curtis Men's Shoe Shop, 23a School St., Boston. Born Boston, Nov. 5, 1894. Son of John Moccia and An- tonia Genova. Graduated from Eliot School in 1909. In business since 1939. Has been selling same make of shoes for over thirty years. Mar- ried Edna Margaret Stevens of South Boston, Nov. 12, 1929. Served in World War I. Honorably discharged in 1919 as corporal. Member K. of C. and charter member of the American Legion. Fond of baseball, golf and football. Hobby-vacationing in Center Harbor, New Hampshire. Father was born in Frigento, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in the late 70's, settling in Boston, where he engaged in the tailoring business for 50 years. Res .: 192 Central Ave., Medford.

MOIA, ANN THERESA - Proprietor, Ann's Beauty Salon, 244 Main St., Milford. Born Clinton, Mass., April 29, 190:6. Daughter of Peter Moia and Laura Bossarelli. Educated in the public schools. Graduated from Ollis Beauty Academy of Worcester. In business since 1944. Form- erly with Ann Forss Beauty Shop of Milford for seven years. Member Mass. Cosmotologists Association and Daughters of Italy. Fond of travel, art, reading, and grand opera. Her father was born in Rivergaro, Pia- cenza, Italy. Came to America in 1896, settling in Clinton, where he engaged as gardener. Had the following children: Ann Theresa; Edith, married to Ned Vitone; Mary; Catherine; and Joseph Anthony, serving in U. S. Army. Res .: 15 Church St., Milford.

MOIRANO, LOUIS-Proprietor, Westside Bakery, 772 Worthington St., Springfield. Born Albiano, Aosta, Italy, July 27, 1893. Son of Pietra Moirano and Maddalena Saletto. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also learned the art of baking. Came to America in 1909, settling in Newark, N. J. In business in Springfield since 1923. Formerly with Dupont for six years. Married Zita Moirano of Springfield, Aug. 17, 1933. She was born in New York City, Jan. 29, 1904. Member: Mass. Bakers' Assoc., and Adriatic Club. Fond of baseball, bocce, camp- ing, travelling, and classical music. His father had the following children: Theresa, Josephine, Louis, Mary, John and Vincent. Res .: 772 Worth- ington St., Springfield.

MOGAVERO, GEORGE S., JR .-- Deputy Collector, U. S. Treasury Dept. Born Boston, Jan. 20, 1910. Son of George Mogavero and Anna Caprio. Graduated from Jamaica Plain High School in 1927, and Boston Univer- sity, School of Business Administration in 1931. Deputy Collector since Jan. 1943. Formerly in the retail package business for 10 years. Mar- ried Dorothy G. Perkins of Ogonquit, Maine, July 17, 1938. Children: Barbara Ann and Thomas George. Fond of all sports. In high school he was member of the baseball and track teams. His father was born in Palermo, Italy. Came to America in the late 80's, settling in Pittsfield, where he engaged in real estate and construction business for over 40 years. Res. : 91 Greaton Road, West Roxbury.

MOLELLA. FREDERICK ALFRED-Buyer, Youth Center Store, 1281 Main St., Springfield. Born Terracina, Rome, Italy, Sept. 11, 1898. Son

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of Agostino Molella and Ginevra Bianchi. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1910, settling in Ithica, N. Y., where he received his high school and business education. In the service of Youth Center since 1943. Formerly buyer for Browning King, and Saks of New York for 17 years. Married Marie Gilardi of South Beach, Staten Island, N. Y., Sept. 2, 1923. Children: Frederick A., a graduate of high school, employed by Otis Elevator Co., now serving in U S. Navy Air Craft; and Dolores A., a student. Member of Eagles. Fond of sports travelling and music. His father came to America in 1905, settling in Ithica, N. Y., as mechanic in a gun factory. In Italy he was supt. of the Bosmouth Co. of England, makers of briar pipes at Terracina. His grand- father, Gaetano, Supt. of Terracina Hospital. Res .: 43 Abbott St., Spring- field.

MOLIGNANO, STANISLAO (Stanley)-Proprietor of Broadway Florist Shop, 472 Broadway, So. Boston. Born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, Jan. 4, 1896. Son of Antonio Molignano and Arcangela Cipriano. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1921, settled in South Boston. In the flower business since 1928. Formerly in the . general grocery business. Married Lillian Di Nossi of Dorchester, July 1, 1928. Children: Lucille, Alphonse, Viola, Eugene and Stanley Jr. Mem- ber of Italian American Citizens' Club; La bella Sicilian Society; Italian American Aid Society of Boston. Fond of bocce, travelling, music. Res .: 73 Telegraph St., South Boston.

MOLINARI, ALFRED ANTHONY - Manager, United Men's Shop, 70 Front St., Worcester, May 3, 1915. Son of Mariano Molinari and Maria Carmela Pingitori. Graduated from Classical High School in 1933. In the service of United Men's Shop since 1934. Married Irene Inez Fontaine of Worcester, July 12, 1937, a graduate of High School of Commerce. Three children: Elizabeth, Alfred, and Anthony. Mr. Molinari is treasurer of Italian American Defense Committee; Orator of the Order Sons of Italy; financial secretary, Beato Angelo of Acri Society and member Hill- crist Country Club. Fond of all sports. Hobby-golf. His father was born in Acri, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1905, settling in Wor- cester, where he was foreman for bureau of streets, City of Worcester for over 30 years. Had the following children: Emma, Alfredo, Rita, Edward, Florence, Robert and Joan. Res .: 270 Plantation St., Worcester.

MOLINARI, ERNEST FRANCIS-Proprietor, Molinari's Service Station, 307 Main St., Medford. Born Medford, Jan. 27, 1914. Son of Louis Moli- nari and Luisa Casassa. Graduated from St. Clements High School in 1932 and attended Mass. Institute of Technology. In business with his brother, Herbert, since 1934. Member: South Athletic Club; Khoury's Club; and Holy Name Society. Fond of all sports. Was the youngest to run auto race in Medford. Hobby-playing the violin. Married Dorothy Kenan of Somerville, April 17, 1936, a graduate of Sargent Physical School. Children: Dorothy Louise and Joan Marie. His father was born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1872, stltling in Boston, where he was one of the founders of Sacred Heart Church. He was in the rigging business for 60 years. Had the following children: Herbert, George, Theodore, Stephen, Joseph, Ernest, Celeste, Adele, Louise, Eleanor and Theresa. Res .: 302 Main St., Medford.

MOLINARI, MARTHA MARIE - Teacher of Italian and Commercial Subjects, Milford High School. Born Dogaro, Modena, Italy, July 9, 1911. Daughter of Enrico Molinari and Ardilia Pecorari. Graduated: Milford High School in 1931 and Boston University in 1935, A.B., in practical arts and letters. Specialized in Italian at Harvard. Teacher at Milford High since 1935. Member of local, county, state and national Teachers Associations; Quinshipaug Women's Club; former officer Milford Hospi- tal Ladies' Aid and Daughters of Italy. Fond of travel, camping, reading

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and classical music. Her father died in Italy. Her mother came to Amer- ica in 1911, settling in Milford in 1913. Had the following children: Pia, married to Adolfo Bega; Carlo, is a businessman; John, also a busi- nessman; Anita, a graduate of Milford High and Milford Hospital, is registered nurse, married to Eugenio Porotti, who is 1st Lt. in U. S. Army; and Martha Marie. Res .: 104 Spruce St., Milford.

MOLINARI, PIER ANTONIO-Proprietor and Treasurer of Bike Shop, Inc., 1142 Main St., Springfield. Born Milano, Italy, June 27, 1894. Son of Annibale Molinari and Virginia Ariata. Came to America in 1906. Attended public schools here and abroad. In business since 1921. Mar- ried Leona Musgrove of Washington, D. C., June 18, 1919. Children: Virginia, a graduate of High School of Commerce, now manager of Bike Shop; and June May, a graduate of High School of Commerce, now assist- ant manager and photographer at Golden Tone Studio of State St. Mr. Molinari is member of Italian Athletic Club and National Geographic Society. Fond of all sports, especially bicycle racing, where he was repre- sentative of A. B. C. League of America for 10 years. Lover of classic music. His father came to America in 1902, settling in Penn. Had follow- ing children: Pier, Mrs. Alfeo Pasquini and Frederick, all of Springfield. Res .: 444 Belmont St., Springfield.

MOLINARI, SYLVIO WILLIAM-Accountant and Production Planning Supervisor, American Steel and Wire Co., Worcester. Born New York City, April 20, 1907. Son of Frank Molinari and Isabella Pellegrini. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1926 and New England School of Accounting in 1929. In the service of American Steel and Wire Co., since 1929. Married Edea Cosmai, Nov. 21, 1936, a graduate of High School of Commerce in 1930. Children: Frank Roland, born Aug. 31, 1937, and Silvia Diane, born Aug. 12, 1942. Member of State Guard and Biscegliese Society. Notary Public. His father was born in Bisceglie, Bari, Italy. Came to America in 1905. Lived in New York, and since 1912 in Worcester, where he has been an expert tool maker and machinist at Crompton and Knowles for over 30 years. Had the following children: Joseph, businessman in Norwich, Conn .; Sylvio, of above sketch; Roland; Anthony, with U. S. forces in the Pacific and James, serving in U. S. Navy. Res .: 1249 Grafton St., Worcester.

MOLLA, ALBINA - Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, Jan. 23, 1892. Daughter of Peter Dordone and Victoria Gardella. Graduated from Portia Law' School in 1931, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1931. Associate with Judge Emma Fal Schofield. Married Richard L. Molla, Sr. Children: Richard, a graduate of Mechanics Art High School; William, attending Northeastern Law School, now 1st Lieut. in U. S. Army; Mary A., a graduate of Portia Law School and of Calvin Coolidge College of Liberal Arts. Mrs. Molla is among the pioneer Italo-American women to practice law in Mass. Active in civic and social welfare work. Her father was born in Piacenza, Italy. Came to America in 1885, settling in Boston. Was prominent in the wholesale fruit produce business for over 45 years. He was the means of developing a large section of Ros- lindale and was trustee of Roslindale Village Realty Trust Co. Office: 20 Beacon St. Res .: 44-46 Washington St., Roslindale.

MOLTEDO, HENRY PETER-Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, Aug. 14, 1877. Son of Angelo Moltedo and Eugenia Brignardello. Graduated from English High School in 1895; attended M. I. T. 1900-1902; Boston Uni- versity Law School 1900-1903. Admitted to Mass. Bar, Feb. 28, 1904. In general practice in Boston since 1904. In the service of Mass. Dept. of Mental Health since July 1941. Married Kathryn S. Cleary of Boston, June 29, 1904. Children: Henry P. Jr., a letter carrier, and Dorothy (Harrington). Was active in wrestling during his college career, and was member of M. I. T. football team. Hobby-mechanical electrical works

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and carpentry. His father was born in Rapallo, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1872, settling in Boston, engaged in wholesale and retail business for over 35 years. Res .: 196 Leyden St., East Boston.

MONDELLO, FRANK-Proprietor, Modern Shoe Store and Shoe Re- pairing, 2 Eastern Ave., Gloucester. Born Messina, Italy, Dec. 25, 1886. Son of Antonio Mondello and Giovanna Genovese. Came to America in 1904, settling in Gloucester. Was the first Italian from the U. S. to arrive in Messina at time of the great earthquake, and there in May 1909, married Francesca Carbonaro. Following his return to Gloucester, he joined his father in the shoe repairing business, and has since been so engaged. Has the following fourteen children: Jennie; Anthony, U. S. Coast Guard; Josephine; Mary; Sadie; Johny; Gregory, U. S. Navy; Stella; Eugene; Frank, U. S. Navy; Joseph; Leo; Frances; all of whom have attended Gloucester High School and James, a student. Mr. Mondello's father came to America in 1902, settling in Gloucester. Had three chil- dren: Mrs. Sara Gardia; Mrs. Mary De Leo; and Frank. Res .: 12 Har- mony Sq., Gloucester.

MONDELLO, JOSEPH-Proprietor of Mondello Dental Laboratory, 194 Boylston St., Boston. Born Casalotto, Messina, Italy, Dec. 7, 1897. Son of Joseph Mondello and Dora Cucinotta. Educated at Boston Public Schools and at Berkeley Preparatory School. In the dental laboratory business in Boston since 1917. Was awarded first prize (gold medal) for his work in prosthetic dentistry in 1933 at Littoria Exposition of Bologna, Italy. Married Rose Fuscolda of Boston, Sept. 5, 1934. Fond of swimming, wrestling, boxing, bowling, travelling and music. Hobby-jewelry and art. Father, born in Casalotto, came to America in 1905, settling in Boston. Res .: 18 Dolan Ave., W. Newton.

MONDELLO, PHILIP-Attorney-at-Law. Born Messina, Italy, Nov. 25, 1898. Son of Anthony Mondello and Nazzareņa Iannello. Came to America in 1908, settling in Boston, where he graduated from English High School in 1917. Attended Boston University, College of Business Administration. Graduated from Boston University School of Law in 1921, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1921. Married Mary Lopresti of Brooklyn, N. Y., Jan. 29, 1922. Children: Nazarene, a grad- uate of LaSalle Jr. College; Antonette and Anthony. Mr. Mondello has been assistant city solicitor for City of Medford, and ex-venerable of Sons of Italy Lodge. Founder and first president of Columbus Good Govern- ment Ass'n and founder of Medford Italian American Republican Club. Served in World War I. Father, born Messina, came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Boston. Office: 53 State St., Boston. Res .: 13 Brooks Park, Medford.

MONDINO, ALFRED J .- Assistant Manager of Kay's Jewelry Store of Boston. Born Boston, Jan. 3, 1907. Son of John Mondino and Marguerite Chiappelli. Educated at English High School and Boston University. In the service of Kay Jewelry Store since 1935. Married Olga Fransen of Malden, Mass., July 3, 1930. One daughter, Barbara Ann. Fond of foot- ball; hockey, baseball. Father, born at Villa Faletto, Cuneo, Italy, came to America in 1900, settling in Boston. Was chef in several Boston hotels. Res .: 42 Webber St., Malden

MONGIAT, JOSEPH RUDOLPH-Sec'y-Treasurer, Milford Federal Sav- ings and Loan Association. Born Milford, Aug. 9, 1899. Son of Santo and Paola Mongiat. Attended the Milford Elementary and High Schools and graduated from Bentley School of Accounting and Finance of Boston in 1925. In the service of Milford Federal Savings and Loan Assoc., since 1934. Married Theresa Emilia Balconi of Milford, Oct. 30, 1933, a grad- uate of Milford High and Bryant and Stratton Com. School. One daughter, Paula Joanne, born April 27, 1942. Mr. Mongiat is director of North- eastern Federal Savings and Loan League; former president and present

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treasurer Milford Chamber of Commerce; past exalted ruler in the Elks and member of Elks War Commissioner; past president of Plains Athletic Club. Member of Foresters of America and Italian Labor Society. Active in civic and welfare movements. His father was born in Chievolis, Udine, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford, where he engaged in quarry work. Had the following children: Emilio; Catherine, married to Angelo Luisetti of Milford and Joseph Rudolph. Res .: Rockland St., R.F.D., Holliston.

MONGIAT, GEORGE ANTHONY-Registered Pharmacist, Rice's Pharm- acy, 156 Main St., Milford. Born Milford, Aug. 30, 1911. Son of Antonio Mongiat and Maria Coloutti. Graduated Milford High School in 1929 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1932, Ph.G. Reg. Pharmacist since 1932. In the service of Rice Pharmacy since 1942. Formerly partner at the Plain Pharmacy of Milford. Married Catherine Callahan of Arlington, June 17, 1944, a graduate of Arlington High and Deaconess Hospital of Nurses in Boston. Member of Elks; Foresters of America; Societa Operaia Italiana. Mass. Pharmaceutical Assoc., Mass. College Pharmacy Alumni Assoc. Fond of bowling, hockey and baseball. His father was born ill Chievolis, Udine, Italy. Came to America in 1890, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Angelina, Esther, Battista, Annie, Pauline, Benjamin, Emelia, Mary, Edward, George A., and Enice. Res .: 39 Grove St., Milford.

MONSIGNORE, JOSEPH-Businessman. Born Castelforte, Frosinone, Italy, June 23, 1904. Was an orphan and brought up under great pov- erty and suffering. Came to America in 1921, penniless, settling in Cam- bridge. Worked at anything he could find to do. Married Mary Renna of Cambridge, April 26, 1926. Children: Pasquale and Joseph Jr., both engaged with their father in business; Eugene, Donald and Warren are students. Mr. Monsignore, began in business in 1926 in a small way. Today he is the proprietor of one of the largest and best equipped meat markets in Cambridge. He also owns a jewelry store and a beautiful farm. He is member of Mass. Live Stock Ass'n. Fond of travelling, farming, hunting and music. Bus .: 7 Warren St., East Cambridge. Res .: 76 Laconia St., Lexington.

MONTAGNA, LOUIS ANTHONY-Co-partner, Montagna Barber Shop, 10 Central St., Leominster. Born Leominster, March 2, 1912. Son of Giovanni Montagna and Maria Dota Delle Seo. Graduated from Leo- minster High School in 1932. In business since 1933. Married Carmela Sambito of Leominster, Oct. 14, 1935. Children: Carol Ann, born Nov. 3, 1937 and John, born June 20, 1942. Member: Italian American Citi- zens' Club, the Eagles and grand knight K. of C. Fond of baseball, foot- ball golf, bocce, travel and music. His father was born in Rocca Casale, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1904, settling in Leominister. Had the following children: Anna, married to Herman Jaeger; Domenick, associated with his brother, Luigi, in the barber business; Rose; en- ployed at DuPont and Co .; Catherine, married to Alfred Cocci; and Emilio, serving in U. S. Army. All the children attended Leominister High School. Res .: 10 Cedar St., Leominister.

MONTALBANO, PELLEGRINO J. - Proprietor of S. S. Pierce Bldg. Barber Shop, 14a Huntington Ave., Copley Sq., Boston. Born Sciacca, Agrigento, Italy, June 11, 1905. Son of John Montalbano and Josephine Dasaro. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also learned the barber trade. Came to America in 1921. Lived in New York for 15 years. In business in Boston since 1940. Married Anna Dasaro of Boston, Oct. 2, 1927. Children: Josephine, Flora, Anna and John. Member of Master Barbers' Ass'n of America. Fond of football, boxing, hockey. A lover of travelling and grand opera. His father came to America in 1912. Has had the following seven children: Pellegrino, of

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this sketch; Mrs. Josephine Bonello; Mrs. Anna Ventimiglia; Ignatius, serving in U. S. Army overseas; Salvatore, Lucy, and Michael, students. Res .: Everett.

MONTANARO, NICOLA - Representative, Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., Revere branch, Revere. Born Francavilla al Mare, Chieti, Italy, Nov. 8, 1896. Son of Enrico Montanaro and Francesca Matricardi. Education: University of Naples and University of Portici, also of Naples, specializing in raising silk worms for research work and for study of various sicknesses. Veteran Italian Army, World War I, as Lt. in the artillery; awarded Croix de Guerre and bronze medal. Came to U. S. in 1922, settling in Revere. In the Insurance field since 1928. Married Rose DiTullio of Mattapan, April 24, 1927. Children: Joan Frances, born Nov. 16, 1929 and Diana Martha, born Feb. 16, 1932. Member and grand council in the Indepen- dent Order Sons of Italy. Fond of baseball, gardening, travel, art and grand opera. Has two brothers: Joseph, of Hyde Park, and Edward of Milano, Italy. Also a sister Maria (Avocatino) of Milano, Italy. Res .: 24 Cary Ave., Revere.

MONTELLO, NICHOLAS-Proprietor, Montello Market, 293 Main St., Everett. Born Monte Paone, Catanzaro, Italy, Jan. 10, 1897. Son of Domenico Montello and Teresa Iemmello. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston. Educated in public schools and at Burdett College. In busi- ness since 1935. Veteran U. S. Army, World War I in France. Married Rosa Zannotti of Boston, Aug. 23, 1921. A beautician and served on board of census for city of Everett. Children: Edmund, graduate Everett High and of Boston College High, is veteran U. S. Navy submarine service in Pacific, two battle stars, married to Ann DiFrancesco of Everett; Theresa, married to Domenic Iozza; and Nicholas Jr., is veteran U. S. Navy; all graduates of Everett High school. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, boxing and hockey. Has travelled extensively here and abroad. His father came to U. S. in 1880, settled in Boston. Res .: 32 Windsor St., Everett.

MONTENIGRO, NICOLA OBERDAN-Proprietor, Cantina Italiana and Pizzeria, 346 Hanover St., Boston. Born Apice, Benevento, Italy, May 2, 1885. Son of Generoso Montenigro and Palma Marra. Educated in the high school of Benevento. Came to America in 1902, settling in Boston. In restaurant and pizzeria business since 1932. Considered one of the finest pizzeria in the state. Formerly proprietor of Italian Cigar Co. of Boston for 18 years. Married Emilia Santosossuo of Boston, Dec. 6, 1911. Member of Apicese Society. Has travelled throughout the world. A lover of art and grand opera. Interested in civic and welfare activities. Helped relatives to finance their education. Res .: 344 Hanover St., Boston.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 83

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890- Publication date: 1946 Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press Number of Pages: 876

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876