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MONTESANO, CHARLES-Treasurer and General Manager, Rossi Bros. Bakery, Inc., of Chelsea. Born Mistretta, Messina, Italy, Dec. 11, 1901. Son of Vincent Montesano and Concetta Fulco. Was brought to America when six years old, settling in New York, where he attended elementary and high schools. Learned the art of baking under his father, who was in the baking business in New York, later established his business in Lynn under the name of Montesano and Sons. Mr. Montesano married Frances Randazzo of Lynn, June 26, 1927. A graduate of Boston Uni- versity in 1928, B.S., a teacher and former secretary to Stone and Web- ster of Boston. They have three children: Norma, Vincent and Sandra. Member' Boston Master Bakers Assoc., and Chamber of Commerce. Fond of baseball, football, boxing, contract bridge and music. Res .: 19 Sum- mer St., Chelsea.
MONTI, ANGELO-Proprietor, A. Monti Granite Co., Inc., 262 Center St., Quincy Adams, Mass. Born Clivio, Como, Italy, June 17, 1885. Son of Michele Monti and Giuseppa Galli. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1900, settling in Quincy. In business
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since 1911. Married Orsola Monti of Quincy, May 7, 1910, a native of Clivio, Como, Italy. Children: Stephen A., a graduate of Quincy High and attended Boston University School of Business Administration, is associated in business with his father; Josephine, a graduate of Quincy High and attended Bryant and Stratton School, married to Leo Rosa of Norwell; Linda I., a graduate of Quincy High and attended Boston Uni- versity, is secretary to her father; Edward, a graduate of Quincy High, now in U. S. Army. Mr. Monti specializes in carving granite for buildings and monuments. Has since 1911 done numerous outstanding granite carv- ings for Boston Custom House; New York Post Office; Equitable Life Insurance Bldg. in New York; Rope Federal Bldg. of Washington, D. C .; Milwaukee, Wis., Telephone Bldg .; and numerous notable monuments as the New Bedford Fisherman's Memorial; Williamson Monument in Provi- dence; Eagle Memorial of Quincy; Policemen Memorial also Quincy, etc. Member: Quincy Granite Mfg. Assoc., American Granite Assoc. and Eagles. Res .: 475 Willard St., West Quincy.
MORANDO, JOSEPH-Proprietor of West End Taxi Service, 3 Main St., Gloucester. Born Castel di Tusa, Messina, Italy, Aug. 12, 1896. Son of Carmelo Morando and Giuseppa Brucata. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1915, settling in Gloucester in 1919. Served in U. S. Army World War I. In the taxi business since 1922, controlling the finest fleet of taxies operating in the City of Glou- cester. Married Gladys Eaton of Gloucester, June 15, 1923, graduate of Gloucester High School. Children: Josephine, graduate of Gloucester High School, secretary to her father and Carmen, U. S. Marines. Mr. Morando is member of American Legion and St. Peter's Society. Fond of football, boxing, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters living: Joseph, Gnazio, Cono, Rosario, Nunziata, Cecilia, Jo- sephine, and Concetta. Res .: Gloucester.
MORANDO, LOUIS-Dentist. Born Boston, Feb. 22, 1896. Son of John Morando and Mary Granara. Graduated from Everett High School, Lawrence Academy, and Tufts College Dental School in 1923, D.M.D. In general practice in Everett since 1923. Served in the American forces in World War I. Member: Tufts Alumni Assoc., Mass. and American Dental Associations. Fond of football, golf, swimming, rowing and garden- ing. Married Edna Wilder Bragdon, a dietician of York, Maine, April 6, 1934. One daughter, Marjory Bragdon, born Sept. 11, 1935. Dr. Mo- rando's father was born in Montoggio, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1884, settling in Boston, where he engaged as merchant for 40 years. Office and Res .: 345 Main St., Everett.
MORANTE, EDMUND-Insurance Broker. Born Boston, Jan. 8, 1905. Son of Vito J. Morante and Rose Tramfaglia. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1923 and from Boston College in 1928, A.B. In the in- surance field in Boston since 1932. Fond of football, baseball and swim- ming. Father, born in Lapio, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1892, settling in Boston. Mother, a native of Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. A. in 1892. Office: Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 289 Bradstreet Ave., Revere.
MORANTE, MARCHIE RALPH-General Manager, Globe Paper Co., of Boston. Born Boston, July 18, 1896. Son of Charles Morante and Amalia Galante. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. In the service of the Globe Paper Co., since 1913. Pioneer Italian American employed in the paper industry in Boston. Married Jennie Guarino of Boston, April 19, 1927. One son, Richard Marchie. Mr. Morante is fond of baseball, football, fishing, swimming and travelling. His father was born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1880, settling in Boston, in the barber business for over 50 years. Office: 110 Fulton St., Boston. Res .: 98 Bennett St., Brighton.
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MORCALL, ANTHONY DONALD-Inspector, Foster Grant Co., Leo- minster. Born Serre, Salerno, Italy, Aug. 5, 1894. Son of Vito Morcall (Morcaldi) and Carminella Mottola. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to America in 1913, settling in Leominster. Served in U. S. Army during World War I, and saw service in France for 18 months. With Foster Grant Co. since 1936. Married Mary Julian of Leominster, July 3, 1920, a graduate of Leominster High School and of Fitchburg State Teachers College. Teacher at Bennett School since 1922, being the pioneer American of Italian descent to teach in the Leominster Public Schools. One daughter, Marcia Ann, born July 1, 1932. Mr. Morcall is member of American Legion and Order of the Eagles. Fond of garden- ing, travel and music. Res .: 370 Union St., Leominster.
MORCONE, CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS - Clerk, Railway Express Agency. Born Milford, Oct. 12, 1912. Son of Joseph Morcone and Gio- vannina De Simone. Graduated from Milford High in 1930, was member varsity baseball team, captain for a year, treasurer of his class and vice- president of the athletic association. Graduated from Hempton School for Boys in 1931, and from Dean Academy in 1932. Attended Simpson College 1933-34. Participated in all of the above school sports. Was considered an outstanding all around athlete. Former captain of Amer- ican Junior Legion baseball team, which were "round up" for the state title in 1929. Later played semi-professional baseball and football. Also
umpired and refereed baseball. Married to Gladys G. Macko, Nov. 30, 1939. One daughter, Joanne, born Jan. 16, 1941. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Milford Professional Men's Tennis Assoc. and Brotherhood of Railway Clerks. Chairman of local Park Commissioner. Active in civic and political affairs. See father's biography. Res .: 37 Prospect St., Milford.
MORCONE, JOSEPH - Businessman. Born Castelfranco in Miscano, Benevento, Italy, March 3, 1871. Son of Giovanni Morcone and Maria Angela Roberti. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1887, among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford and the first Italo American to enter private banking, steamship agent and insurance. Justice of the Peace since 1897, nominated eight times; Notary Public since 1899. In the general grocery business since 1895. Former candidate for various city and town offices. Republican since 1893. Active in civic and political affairs. Charter member Order Sons of Italy; former President of Italian Labor Society for three years and Treasurer for 15 years. Member: A. F. & A. M., I. O. O. F. and other organizations. Mar- ried late Giovannina De Simone of Milford, Jan. 6, 1901. Children: John, veteran U. S. Army World War II; Angelo, is with Draper Corp., and with Railway Express Agency; Lucy, married to Vincent Volpe; Leonard, is sheriff and veteran World War II; Mary, is married to Adam Tominsky; Christopher; Susan; Josephine; and Nove, a veteran of World War II, who fought in the Cassino area. Res .: 25 Main St., Milford.
MORCONE, LEONARD L .- Auctioneer, Insurance Broker and Deputy Sheriff. Born Milford, Dec. 8, 1908. Son of Joseph Morcone and Giovan- nina De Simone. Educated in the Milford Elementary and High Schools. Insurance broker since 1931, associated with his father. Former em- ployee of Railway Express Agency, Inc. Served in U. S. Army. Honorably discharged July 17, 1943 for injuries sustained in an army jeep. Deputy Sheriff since Jan. 3, 1945. Member: American Legion Membership Com- mittee; Italian World War Veterans; Brotherhood of Railway S. S. Clerk's Protection Committeemen; the Elks; Worcester County Deputy Sheriff's Assoc .; and former treasurer Order Sons of Italy. Fond of travel and music. In high school he played football and was picked as the outstand- ing player, position of right tackle. Active in civic and political move- ments. (See father's sketch). Res,; 23 Main St., Milford.
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MORCONE, MARGARET GERTRUDE-Registered Nurse and Proprietor "Stork Shop", 12 Main St., Milford. Born North Adams, June 9, 1901. Daughter of Rocco Morcone and Raffaele Ianzito. Educated in the Milford Public Schools and graduated from Milford Hospital Training School in 1929. Registered nurse since 1929. In business since 1938. Member of Milford Hospital Alumni Assoc .; Hoboken Citizens' Club; Catholic Wo- men's Club; Quischipaang Club. Travelled throughout Italy in 1935. Fond. of reading, art and music. Active in civic and welfare work. Her father was born in Castelfranco in Miscano, Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1888, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the fol- lowing children: John; Mrs. Mary Zanchetti; Louis; Margaret Gertrude; Mrs. Josephine Di Nardo; Mrs. Angelina Di Prospo; Samuel J., is in U. S. Army; Adelina; Leonard, is in U. S. Army; and Grace, a graduate nurse. Res .: 15 Summer St., Milford.
MORELLA, ANTHONY CARMEN-Funeral Director and Superior Court Officer, 187 Bennington St., East Boston. Born Boston, Sept. 23, 1903. Son of Marino Morella and Fiorita Feula. Graduated Mechanic Arts High School in 1919 and attended Suffolk University School of Law. Funeral director since 1939. Married Loretta Costanza of East Boston, Oct. 16, 1928. Children: Anthony C., Fiorita L., Patricia E., and Madeline M. In the service of Boston Rationing Board since 1943. Formerly secretary to Congressman John P. Higgins, now Chief Justice of Mass. Superior Court. Active in civic and political affairs. Mr. Morella's father was born in Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1885, settling in Boston. Res .: 38 Monmouth St., East Boston.
MORELLI, ALBERT JOSEPH - Director of Physical Education and Assistant Coach of Football and Basketball at Revere High School. Born Revere, Jan. 4, 1907. Son of Joseph Morelli and Marie Josephine Por- cella. Gradauted from Revere High School, 1926, and from Boston Col- lege 1931, Ph.B .; advanced courses at Boston University. In the service of Revere High School since 1936. Formerly professional wrestler and wrestled with Ed Don George, Henry De Glane, and Gus Sonnenberg of international fame. Mr. Morelli was the first American of Italian descent to be member of the Boston College varsity football team and member of New England Championship Team of 1928, ranking among the finest players in the country. Member: Revere Teachers Club and Revere Men's Teachers Club. Married Ann Hacker of Revere, March 7, 1932. Children: Joan Marie, born March 22, 1934; and Albert Joseph Jr., born Oct. 13, 1943. His father, born in Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1872, settling in Boston and in Revere since 1898. Res .: 135 Revere St., Revere.
MORELLI, DARIO-Physician. Born Boston, Nov. 9, 1906. Son of Dr. Luigi Morelli and Ildegonda Ciampi. Graduated: Liceo-Ginnasio of Avellino, and Royal University of Naples, Italy in 1932, M.D. Was licensed to practice in Italy at Royal University of Pisa, Italy. Graduate courses at Harvard Medical School. Specialist in Pediatrics (infants and children) in Wakefield since 1938. On staff of Mass. General Hospital; Mass. Me- morial Hospital. On the factulty of the Boston University School of Medi- cine. Member Mass. Medical Society, N. E. Pediatrics Society, etc. Mar- ried Evelyn De Francesco of Campochiaro, Campobasso, Italy, Aug. 28, 1933. Children: Juliana, born Feb. 13, 1938 and Dario Luigi, born Oct. 12, 1940. Dr. Morelli's father, also a physician in Boston since 1905, is a graduate of Royal University of Naples, Italy. Office and Res .: 40 Avon St., Wakefield.
MORELLI, JAMES F .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, May 24, 1898. Son of Joseph Morelli and Mary Destefano. Graduated from Northeastern University School of Law in 1925, L.L.B. Specialized in the practice of criminal law in state and federal courts. Married Amelia Pascale of
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Monson, Sept. 5, 1925. Fond of baseball, football, boxing and music. Formerly a noted actor and played in leading roles in the principal thea- tres throughout the United States. Has contributed many articles on current events and political affairs to newspapers and magazines. He is a poet by nature and has written much poetry. His father was born in San Giorgio, Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1888, settling in Boston. Painting contractor for over 40 years. Office: 10 Tremont St., Boston. Res .: 8 Wheeler Ave., Medford.
MORELLI, MALCOLM FRANK - Proprietor, Morelli Fruit and Gro- ceries. Born New Bedford, April 25, 1904. Son of Luigi Morelli and Jo- sephine Orsi. Educated in the elementary and high schools of New Bed- ford. In business since 1920. Married Marion Chace of Westport, April 14, 1942. Fond of all sports. Hobby-collector of books and antiques. His father was born in Piacenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in New Bedford, where he engaged in fruit and grocery business. Had the following children: Mrs. Olga Allen of New Haven, Conn .; Malcolm Frank; Mrs. Doris Russell of New Bedford; Robert John, is in U. S. Army overseas; and Mrs. Natalie Mendell of New Bedford. Mother was a native of Milano, Italy, also came to U. S. in 1902, were married in Worcester. Res .: 229 Ash St., New Bedford.
MORELLI, NICOLA-Businessman. Born Cansano, Aquila, Italy, March 19, 1876. Son of Joseph Morelli and Onesta Di Camillo. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford, and the first Italian to begin in the grocery business in the town. Has since been engaged in that field. Mar- ried the late Madalena Lo Prato of Milford in 1895. Had the following children: Mrs. Alice Daniello; Joseph, a graduate of Milford Higlı, New England Conservatory of Music and La Scala di Milano Conservatory of Music; Mrs. Angelina Demasi; Donato, businessman; Elena; Peter, a graduate of Milford High; and Mrs. Helen Tessicino. Mr. Morelli mar- ried second time to Concetta Grillo of Milford, Nov. 18, 1922. Res .: 36 School St., Milford.
MORELLO, ANGELO - Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, Oct. 7, 1906. Son of Domenick Morello and Maria Strazzulla. Education: East Boston High; Boston University College of Business Administration; Boston Uni- versity Graduate School of Education; Staley College; and Suffolk Uni- versity Law School, 1929, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1929. In the Mass. Bar Federal District Court and in the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. Member of Mass. Law Society and Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of travel, football, and boxing. In college he was the welter weight boxing champion. His father was born in Augusta, Siracusa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1901, settling in Boston as fruit dealer, later in restaurant business. Had the following children: Joseph, Frank, Philip and Angelo. Office: 6 Beacon St. Res .: 110 Cham- bers St., Boston.
MORESI, ALFONSO-Businessman. Born Decima di Persiceto, Bologna, Italy, Oct. 18, 1884. Son of Gaetano Moresi and Maria Passarini. Edu- cated in public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, set- tling in Springfield. Proprietor of bowling alley business since 1929, being among the largest in the city. Formerly in the service of A. H. Philips Inc. of Springfield, for 20 years. Married Angelina Serra, May 2, 1904. Children: Sylvia Geraldine, a graduate of high school, married to Joseph Furtek; Paride, serving in U. S. Navy, married to Camilla Olivieri; and Tina, married to Arthur Cormier. Mr. Moresi is member of Dante Club and of Springfield Bowling Congress. Fond of all sports especially bowl- ing. His ten string total of 1225, bowled April 4, 1933 at Athol, is a record of 16 years standing. Has lost only two purse matches since 1925. Began bowling when 40 years old. Has one brother Peter Moresi living in Springfield. Office: 80 Broadway, Res .: 28 Van Buren Ave., Springfield.
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MORETTI, EUROPE MARIO ROBERTO TURIDDU-President, Federal Hill Club of Agawam, Mass., nationally known for its fine food and en- vironment. Was born in Barbara, Ancona, Italy, July 28, 1905. Son of Cesare Moretti and Diamante Pasqualini. Came to America in 1913, set- tling in New Haven. Studied here and abroad. In the restaurant business since 1923. Married Erza Alma Forni of Springfield (a former pianoforte teacher) May 12, 1936. Children: Nino Cesare and Mona Maria. Member of Elks. Fond of baseball, football, horseback riding and golf. Lover of the arts and grand opera. Hobby-collector of fancy wines. His father was a mayor at Barbara, Ancona, Italy. On coming to America, he settled in New Haven, Conn., where he was an outstanding leader among his people.
MORETTI, RENATO-Treasurer, Federal Hill Club of Agawam. Born Barbara, Ancona, Italy, Oct. 27, 1902. Son of Cesare Moretti and Dia- mante Pasqualini. Was brought to America in 1904, settling in New Haven, Conn., where he attended Hill House High School. Later gradu- ated from Royal Institute of Technology at Fermo, Ascoli Picerno, Italy. Following his return to U. S. A. he was employed by the Edison Co. of New York, later research engineer for General Cable Corp. of Bayonne, N. J., and with Westinghouse, radio transmitting division. Restauranteer since 1930. Also organizer of Federal Tool Co. of Springfield. Married Maddalena Barbatelli, Dec. 5, 1925. Children: Diamma Dora, a graduate of High School of Commerce; Orfeo Cesare, a graduate of Technical High, and Ivanne, a student. Member: American Elec. Research Engineering Assoc., and of Springfield Opera Co. His father was born in San Piero in Bagno, Firenze, Italy. Was mayor of Barbara, Ancona. Came to America in 1906, settling in New Haven, Conn., importer of wines and groceries. Had the following children: Renato, Iride, Dora, Europe and Olimpia. Res .: 1208 Liberty St., Springfield.
MORGANTI, JOSEPH C .- Proprietor of Trinity Tailoring Co., 202 Dart- mouth St., Boston. Born Messina, Italy, Nov. 27, 1894. Son of Thomas Morganti and Concetta Malta. Came to America in 1907, settling in Bos- ton. Educated here and abroad. In the custom tailoring business for men and women since 1918. Formerly with Leopold Morse Co., as assistant designer. Children: Thomas H., first class seaman, Seabees, U. S. Navy and Joseph M., officer in the U. S. Army. Mr. Morganti is fond of base- ball; travelling, music. Hobby-fishing. His father, a native of Messina, Italy, came to America in 1906, settling in Boston. His mother, also a native of Messina, came to America in 1907. Res .: 300 Cross St., Malden.
MORGERA, DOMENIC ANTHONY -Proprietor, D. A. Morgera Lock- smith and Radio Technician, 9-11 Porter St., East Boston. Born Boston, Sept. 18, 1914. Son of Celestino Morgera and Ernestina DeSimone. Grad- uated from Donald Mackay School of East Boston and from Mass. Radio and Telegraph School of Boston, where he was instructor for two years. In business since 1935. Married Mary A. Alfama of East Boston, May 5, 1935. One son, Ernest Anthony, born Sept. 24, 1939. Member Radio Technician Guild, K. C., and Holy Name Society. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel, and music. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Fondi, Littoria, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Boston, where he founded the above business in 1910, now carried on by his sons. Had following children: Frank, a sheet metal worker; Domenic Anthony; Louise, married to Pasquale Stornello; Theresa, married to Rocco Ambro; Rocco, veteran U. S. Marines, World War II, is associated with his brother Domenic, and Mario, a student. Res .: 33 West Eagle St., East Boston.
MORI, EGIDIO FRANK-Proprietor, Mori Electrical Supply House, 297 Court St., Plymouth. Born Plymouth, Nov. 5, 1900. Son of Francesco Mori and Maria Tognetti. Educated in the public schools and at Franklin Institute of Boston. In business since 1930. Married Mary Gertrude La-
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voie of Cambridge, Nov. 23, 1929. One daughter, Barbara Ann, born July 29, 1934. Fond of baseball, basketball, travel and music. His father was born in Rio Marina, Livorno, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth, where he worked at Cordage Co. for over 40 years. Res .: 360 Court St., Plymouth.
MORINI, SILVIO-M. Morini Market, 37-39 North Main St., Mansfield. Born Campagnano, Rome, Italy, Feb. 18, 1906. Son of Mario Morini and Elena Ceccarelli. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Mansfield. Educated in the elementary and high schools. In the service of the Morini Market since 1922. Married Gesemina Romano of Mansfield, June 17, 1930. Children: Elena, Michelina, and Mario. Member Mazzini Club. His father came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Mansfield, where he established the above market in 1917. Has the following children: Paul, married to Theresa Deltano; Edmund, married to Giserma De Angelis; Paulina, mar- ried to Pisco Solido; Silvio; Celestino, married to Christine Capone; Francesca, married to Hugo Copparini; Ida, married to Joseph Falotico; Emma, married to Alphonse Tartufo; and Louise, married to Ezio Benigni. All the children attended Mansfield elementary and high schools. Paul, Silvio and Celestino are associated with their father in the M. Morini Market. Res .: 619 North Main St., Mansfield.
MORINI, THEODORE E .- Delivery Supervisor, Western Union (Main office), Springfield. Born Springfield, Oct. 22, 1907. Son of John Morini and Pasqualina Gia. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1927. In the service of Western Union since 1922. Married Alice Girard of Chicopee, March 2, 1933. Mr. Morini is president of Union and Brother- hood Italian Lodge 221 of Columbian Federation; vice-president of Local 52, Commercial Telegraphers Assoc., of A. F. of L. Vice-president of Mass. Columbian Federation. Deeply interested in civic affairs and con- tributes his time freely to worthy causes. His father was born in Ro- becco, Pavia, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Springfield, in the employ of the city for 40 years. Had following children: Ettore, Guido, Ida, Frank and Virginia. Res .: 59 Central St., Springfield.
MOROSINI, LOUIS-Businessman. Born Vaccaresa, Genoa, Italy, Feb. 21, 1877. Son of John Morosini and Maria Rebozio. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1900, settling in Boston. In the retail fruit and grocery business since 1908, being the pioneer Italian American of Mattapan to enter that field. Married Rosa Marciano of Boston. Children: Mildred, a graduate of Simmons College, married to Roderick Esker, a graduate of M. I. T., a noted chemist, now manager of U. S. Chemical plant; John, a graduate of Boston University; and Rose, a graduate of Notre Dame Academy. Mr. Morosini is charter member of the K. of C., Mattapan Council; and charter member of Italian American Citizens' Club of Milton and Mattapan. Bus .: 1629 Blue Hill Ave., Mattapan. Res .: 70 Brush Hill Rd., Milton.
MORTONE, HENRY ANDREW-Businessman. Born Marcianise, Na- ples, Italy, Jan. 9, 1890. Son of Gaetano Mortone and Angela Buccini. Educated in public schools of Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Springfield. In business since 1937. Proprietor of Winchester Shoe Rebuilding Co., 7871/2 State St. Formerly in charge of Shoe Re- pairing Dept. at Steiger Dept Store for 20 years. Married Ida Legittime of Naples, Italy, Nov. 11, 1921. Children: Angela, a graduate of Classical High; Gaetano, a graduate of Technical High; and Mario, a student. Member: Columbus Country Club; Order Sons of Italy, and its first supreme delegate from Western Mass. Helped to unite the two lodges- the Bersaglieri and Lega Protettiva into one club. Has a sister Mrs. Francesca Romano. Mr. Mortone's mother was niece to the famous sculp- tor, Onofrio Buccini of Naples, the prize winner of French Academy of Arts. Res .: 58 Crown St., Springfield.
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