Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 89

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

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OTERI, STARLEY-Proprietor, Crimson Barber Shop, 1274 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. Born Messina, Italy, Nov. 28, 1896. Son of John Oteri and Grazia Milazzo. Attended public schools in his native city, where he also learned the barber profession. Came to U. S. in 1914, settling in Cam- bridge. In business since 1915. Married Rose Smith of Cambridge, May 7, 1929, a native of Kiev, Ukraine. Mr. Oteri is president of local Bar- bers' Assoc., Cambridge Business Men's Assoc., and Knights of Columbus. Fond of baseball, football, travel, history, art, reading and grand opera. His parents came to U. S. in 1915, settled in Cambridge. Had the follow- ing children: Gaetano; late Mrs. Nancy Inferrera; Philip; late Peter; Joseph; late Natalina; Starley, and Anthony. Res .: 112 Lake View Ave., Cambridge.

OTTAVIANO, EVANGELINO - Toolmaker. Born Livorno, Toscana, Italy, Oct. 29, 1898. Son of Joseph Ottaviano and Angela De Nicolo. Edu- cated here and abroad. Came to America in 1917, settling in Norwich,

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Conn. In Worcester, Mass. since 1921. Married Agatha Stranieri, a native of Sava, Taranto, Italy, Sept. 26, 1921. Children: Joseph, gradu- ate of High School of Commerce and attended Clark University, in U. S. Army Air Force, married to Gertrude Svedine of Worcester; Lena, grad- uate of Grafton St. Junior High School; Gloria, graduate of Worcester School of Business Science; Evangelino Jr., graduate of Worcester Boys' Trade School; and Clara, student of Junior High School. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of all sports. Hobby-jig-saw work. Fond of travel and grand opera. His father, a native of Bari, Italy, came to America in 1917 with his family. Had the following children: Mary, married to Basil Romano; Erminia, married to Stano Desantis; Evan- gelino of this sketch; Ester, married to Ugo Lattarulo; Armando and Guido. Res .: 106 Hamilton St., Worcester.

OTTAVI, ALBERT-Instructor of all kinds of musical instruments, 44 Beacon St., Chelsea. Born Monte Compatri, Rome, Italy, Oct. 4, 1891. Son of Marco Antonio and Silvestra Ottavi. Studied music under his father, a band master in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Chelsea, where he has since been teaching musical instruments. Served in World War I as musician. Together with his brother Giulio, he organ- ized the following bands: Libia band; Ottavi band; Moose band; Trent and Trieste band; and General Garfield band. Ottavi, Giulio (brother to Albert) also instructor of all kind of musical instruments since 1922 at 409 Broadway, South Boston, was born in Monte Compatri, Rome, Italy, Jan. 5, 1887, served in the Italian Army as band master. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Chelsea. Married Carmela Napoletano, Nov. 13, 1911. One son Guido, a music director at Shurtleff School of Chelsea, is in U. S. Army.

OTINO, JOHN J .- Partner in Cleaning, Tailoring and Fur Dept., Puri- tan Clothing Co., Plymouth. Born Rondissone, Torino, Italy, Nov. 25, 1897. Son of Luigi Ottino and Rosa Vacchino. Came to America in 1907, settling in Plymouth. Educated in the public schools. Travelled exten- sively in U. S. and Canada, working in various occupations. Served in U. S. Forces Air Service World War I for 18 months, one year overseas. In the service of Puritan Clothing Co., since 1922. Married Margaret Teresa Denehy of Plymouth, Nov. 23, 1920. Children: Margaret Claire, born Nov. 30, 1921, a graduate of Plymouth High School. Mr. Ottino is member of American Legion and Kiwanis Club. His father came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Plymouth. Had the following children: Mrs. Theresa Santeo; John J .; Mrs. Angelina Cavicchi; Louis; Mrs. Mary Ferrera; and Joseph, who is in U. S. Coast Guard in the Pacific. Res .: 20 Alden St., Plymouth.

PACE, CHARLES-Proprietor, Charles Pace Grocery Store, 195 Pleas- ant St., Worcester. Born Celico, Province of Cosenza, Italy, July 10, 1894. Son of Vincent Pace and Rosina Abruzzino. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to America in 1912, settling in Worcester. In business since 1924. Fond of baseball, football, golf, travel and grand opera. Has two brothers: Michael and Salvatore, who are employed at Graton and Knight Manufacturing Co. of Worcester. Res .: 240 Planta- tion St., Worcester.

PACE, PACIFICO-Proprietor, Rialto Shoe Repairing, 363 Ferry St., Everett. Born Pettorano sul Gizio, Aquila, Italy, Sept. 8, 1888. Son of Nicola Pace and Filomena Giannini. Attended public school in his native town, where he also learned custom shoe making under his father. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston, where he has since been in the shoe repairing field. Married Theresa Testa of East Boston, Sept. 4, 1913. Children: Albert, graduate East Boston High and attended Northeastern University Law School, is veteran U. S. Army, married to Mildred Tripoli, a hairdresser; Edmund, attended East Boston High, is veteran U. S. Army;

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Helen, attended Girls Trade School; Alfred, graduate East Boston High, is veteran U. S. Army in the Pacific, took part in the invasion of Luzon and New Guinea. Mr. Pace is member of the Elks; Order Sons of Italy, East Boston Lodge, where he has been financial sec'y for 16 years; and Treasurer Duke of Abruzzi Society. His father came to U. S. in 1915, settling in East Boston, has the following children: Pacifico; late Amedeo, veteran U. S. Army World War I in France; and Vincent, business agent Amalgamated Clothing. · Res .: 289 Summer St., East Boston.

PACE, PANTALEONE-Gardener, Logan Air Port, East Boston. Born Montauro, Catanzaro, Italy, July 27, 1894. Son of Fortunato Pace and Teresa Ranieri. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Veteran Italian Army, World War I. Came to U. S. in 1921, settling in Boston. In the service of Logan Air Port since 1940. Married Maria Caterina Froio of Montauro, Italy, March 25, 1917. Children: Frank, a musician, is agent for Paramount Studio at Hollywood, California; Theresa, Mary and Rocco. Mr. Pace is active in civic and political affairs. Was East Boston campaign manager for Saltonstall, Lt. Governor Bradford and Judge Felix Forte. Fond of travel and grand opera. Has a brother Vincenzo in South America and two sisters, Giuseppina and Concetta. Res .: 3 Ardee St., East Boston. PACE, VINCENT-Business Agent, Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America, CIO, Boston Joint Board. Born Pettorano sul Gizio, Aquila, Italy, April 5, 1895. Son of Nicola Pace and Filomena Giannini. Edu- cated in the public school of his native town, where he also learned custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Boston. With the Amalgamated Clothing Workers since its inception in 1913. Has held all offices. Business agent since 1936. Active in civic and political affairs. Served in the Mass. State Guard during World War I. Fond of public speaking, forum talks, art, music and travel. Married, has following three children: Arthur and Vincent, both have attended Somerville High and are serving in U. S. Army World War II, and Richard. Mr. Pace's father came to U. S. in 1916, settling in Boston as candy maker. Had the following children: Pacifico; late Amedeo, veteran U. S. Army World War I; and Vincent. Res .: 855 Fellsway, Medford.

PACETTI, GINO S .- Proprietor of G. S. Pacetti Co. of Boston. Born Florence, Italy, June 13, 1882. Son of Francesco Pacetti and Julia Bi- anchi. Came to America in 1888, settling in Boston. In die-sinking, letter cutting and all kinds of metal works business since 1909. Married Clara Cresci of Somerville, Aug. 4, 1913. Children: Florence, a graduate of Boston University, A.B. degree and from Framingham Teachers' College, now public school teacher in Arlington; and George, connected with his father in business, now in U. S. Army. Mr. Pacetti is member of the Italian Historical Society and of Belmont Country Club. Fond of all sports, a lover of travelling and music. His father, also a native of Flor- ence, came to America in 1887, settling in Boston. Bus .: 82 Lincoln St., Boston. Res .: 49 Linden St., Arlington Heights.

PACINI, DEMETRIO-Chef, Hotel Touraine. Born Lucca, Italy, Sept. 20, 1882. Son of Salvatore Pacini and Caterina Mattei. Came to America in 1906, settling in Boston, where he has since been in the service of Hotel Touraine. He became assistant chef in 1912 and chef in 1929. Married the late Julia Ruzzolat in 1905. Children: Vincent, Iolanda, Lilli and Albert. Married second time Mary Gary of Boston on April 15, 1934. Member of Epicurean Club. Fond of music, travelling, bocce and outdoor life. Res .: 261 Broadway, Boston.

PADOVANI, HAROLD-Proprietor, Padovani's Pharmacy, 289 Court St., Plymouth. Born Plymouth, July 3, 1920. Son of Albert Padovani and Theresa Lugli. Graduated from Plymouth High and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1944, B.S. Reg. Pharmacist since 1944. In business since 1946. Member: Phi Delta Chi fraternity; Americo Vespucci Club; Mass.

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State Pharmaceutical Ass'n. Fond of bowling, fishing and travel. Hobby, printing. His father was born in Crevalcore, Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1901, settling in Plymouth as carpenter. Has following children: Rose, married to Leo Giabbai; Andrew, a photographer; Albert, a veteran U. S. Army; and Harold, of this writing. Mother a native of Finale, Modena, Italy, came to U. S. in 1906. Res .: 22 Castle St., Plymouth.

PADOVANO, ANTHONY-President of Star Mfg. Co., Inc., 97 Water St., Leominster. Born San Giovanni Rotondo, Foggia, Italy, Jan. 27, 1895. Son of Saverio Padovano and Felicia Cascavilla. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, settling in Leo- minster. Served in U. S. Army, A. E. F. World War I. In business since 1927, specializing in mfg. toys, combs and hair ornaments, employing more than 200 people. Married Maria Caffoni of Leominster, Sept. 17, 1923. Children: Lydia Henrietta, graduate of Leominster High School and of Backer College, now associated with her father in the business; Robert, graduate of Leominster High School; and Vilma, a student. Mem- ber: American Legion; Sons of Italy; Italian American Citizens' Club and Foggia Society. His father, who came to U. S. in 1909, settled in Leo- minster. Had the following children: Michael, in insurance and real estate business; Anthony; Theresa, married to Domenic J. Forte; John, in U. S. Army, graduate of N. E. Conservatory of Music; Antoinette and Frances. Res .: 34 Willow St., Leominster.

PADULA, JOSEPH AGOSTINO-Retired businessman. Born, Grumento Nova, Potenza, Lucania, Italy, Feb. 15, 1883. Son of Ferdinando Padula and Luigia Cozza. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1900, settling in Fitchburg. Established the Padula Baking Co. in 1907, which business he carried on until 1937, when he retired on account of ill health, and his two sons, Alfred and Andrew took it over. Mr. Padula married Claudina Gallano of Fitchburg, May 4, 1905. Children: Elvira, graduate of Companion of Jesus High School; Alfred, graduate of Dummer Preparatory School, now in U. S. Army, anti-air corps; Andrew, graduate of Cushing Academy, president of the Padula Baking Co .; Eleanor, graduate of St. Bernard's High School, married to Claudio Giammarino; Beatrice, graduate of St. Bernard's High, married to Reno Kenninen; and Frances, graduate of St. Bernard's High and attended Bryant and Stratton School of Boston. Mr. Padula is former grand treasurer of Mass. Grand Lodge, Order Sons of Italy. Former mem- ber of Fitchburg Board of Health. Res .: 16 Boyle Court, Fitchburg.

PADULA, LOUIS C .- Proprietor, John Padula and Son Barber Shop, 2 Day St., Fitchburg. Born Grumento Nova, Potenza, Italy, April 11, 1894. Son of John Padula and Maria Rosa Di Tommaso. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, settling in Fitchburg. In business with his father since 1910. Married late Erminia Cavallo of New York, Sept. 1, 1920. Children: John Michael, born Sept. 1, 1921, graduate of Fitchburg High School attended Worcester Institute of Accounting, now in U. S. Army; and Olga, born Nov. 12, 1924, a grad- uate of Fitchburg High School. Member: I. O. O. F., Order Sons of Italy in America, Master Barber Association, and Men's League of the First Baptist Church. Fond of baseball, hunting, fishing, travel, and music. His father came to America in 1900. Lived in New York and Cleveland. In Fitchburg since 1909. Had the following children: Louis C .; Cath- erine, married to Anthony Carbone, proprietor of Carbone Market, and Maria, married to Vincent Di Lucci, a merchant tailor. Res .: 105 Harvard St., Fitchburg.

PAGE, EMIL GEORGE-Physician and Surgeon. Major in U. S. Army Medical Corps. Born East Boston, Nov. 12, 1917. Son of Antonio Pagli- arulo (Page) and Adelaide Staffieri. Graduated from English High School and from Milldesex University School of Medicine in 1940, M.D. Interne

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at Goldsboro Hospital of N. Carolina. Major in U. S. Army Medical Corps in the South Pacific. Married Mildred Stallings, a Registered Nurse of North Carolina, Sept. 4, 1943. Major Page's father was born in Anzano Irpino, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1891, settling in Boston, in the employ of the Charlestown Navy Yard for over 40 years. Has the following 13 children: Mrs. Angelina Basti; Mrs. Christina Fulginiti; Joseph, a civil engineer; Mrs. Mary Garofano; Mrs. Rose Moralda; George Joseph; Mrs. Lillian De Simone; Michael, in U. S. Army; Dr. Emil; John, in U. S. Army; Henry, in U. S. Navy; Florence and Eleanor. All have attended High School. Address: 121 Falcon St., East Boston.

PAGE, FRANK M .- Florist. Born Sambiase, Catanzaro, Italy, Feb. 29, 1900. Son of Frank Page and Innocenza Mazzei. Was brought to America in 1902, settling in Springfield. Education: elementary and high schools; Mass. State College, where he specialized in floriculture; and North- eastern University, where he took business courses. In the flower busi- ness in Springfield since 1933. Married Dorothy Phelps Comins of North Hadley, March 17, 1923. Children: June Dorothy, a graduate of Techni- nical High, Ernest Henry and Judith Ann. Member: Chamber of Com- merce; Junior Chamber of Commerce; Hampdon Lodge, I. O. O. F .; Springfield Lodge, A. F. & A. M .; Melha Temple of Shrine; Lions Club; ex-secretary and treasurer of Republican City Committee; ex-president of Young Men's Republican Club. His father, Frank Page (Pagliaro) came to America in 1901, settling in Springfield. Had following children: Frank, Ernest, Sylvester, Henry, John, Joseph and Helen. Bus .: 133 State St., Springfield. Res .: 203 Green Acre Ave., Long Meadow.

PAGHERA, ANGELO A .- Service Manager, Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., So. Boston District. Born in Lonato, Brescia, Italy, Nov. 13, 1890. Son of Sebastiano Paghera and Egidia Atti. Came to U. S. in 1896, settling in Milford. Education: Milford High and Burdette Business College. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., since 1922. Formerly manu- facturer of macaroni in Boston for seven years. Married Angelina Vilecco of Boston, May 15, 1922. Two stepchildren: Lawrence W. (Donaghue) graduate of Boston University and of Harvard, is Lt. Colonel in U. S. Army in the Pacific; and James, veteran U. S. Army. Mr. Paghera's father came to U. S. in 1896, was a businessman. Had the following children: Angelo A .; Eugenio, an insurance agent for the Metropolitan; Ernesta; and Francesca. Res .: 36 Wigglesworth St., Somerville.

PAGLIA, WILLIAM-Dentist. Born Worcester, Mass., Aug. 28, 1917. Son of Dr. Jeremiah Paglia and Eleonora Barbieri. Graduated from Med- ford High School in 1935 and from Tufts College Dental School in 1943, D.M.D. In general practice of dentistry in Medford since 1943. Member: Phi Mu Delta fraternity, the American Dental Association, and was mem- ber of his college baseball team. His father, a prominent physician of Worcester, was a native of Anzano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1901, settling in Boston. Res .: 8 Wellesley St., Medford.

PAGLIARULO, E. JOSEPH-Attorney-at-Law. Born Travico, Avellino, Italy, April 6, 1903. Son of Anthony Pagliarulo and Maria Vivolo. Was brought to America in 1907. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1923; Boston University School of Law in 1927, L.L.B., in 1928, L.L.M. In general practice in Boston since 1927. Married Eleanor M. Santosuosso of Boston, July 9, 1933, a former teacher of Boston Public Schools for 10 years. Children: Joseph Anthony, John Paul and Paul Joseph. Fond of all sports especially football. Was member of E. Boston High School team. Father was born in Trevico, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1903, settling in Boston. Office: 53 State St., Boston. Res .: 37 Cypress Rd., Medford.

PAGLIARULO, GEORGE JOSEPH-Insurance Broker, Transit Insur- ance Agency, 217 Albany St., Boston. Born Boston, Aug. 15, 1911. Son

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of Antonio Pagliarulo and Adelaide Staffieri. Graduated from English High and attended Suffolk University Law School. In business since 1930. Married Louise Giancristiano of East Boston, April 27, 1940, a graduate of E. Boston High. One son, Anthony Henry, born July 9, 1942. Mem- ber: Fitton Athletic Club and St. Vincent De Paul Society. His father was born in Anzano Irpino, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1891, set- tling in Boston in the employ of Charlestown Navy Yard for over 40 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Angelina Basti; Mrs. Christina Fulginiti; Joseph, a civil engineer; Mrs. Mary Garofono; Mrs. Rose Moralda; George Joseph; Mrs. Lillian De Simone; Michael, in U. S. Army; Emil, Major in U. S. Army; John, in U. S. Army; Henry, in U. S. Navy; Florence and Eleanor. All have attended High School. Res .: 130 Bellingham Ave., Revere.

PAGLIUCA, GERALD F .- Physician. Born Boston, Jan. 10, 1906. Son of Cesare Pagliuca and Julia Polcaro. Graduated from English High School in 1924 and from Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1928, Ph.G. Reg. pharm- acist since 1929. Graduated from College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1934, M.D. Interne at Kingston Hospital, Kingston, N. Y., St. Mary's Hospital, Jefferson City, Missouri. Served two years in Out Patient Dept., Boston City Hospital. In general practice since 1937. On staff of Central Hospital, Somerville. Physician for Santa Maria Lodge, Sons of Italy of Medford. Formerly contract surgeon for CCC in the Boise and Pocatello districts of Idaho. Examining physician for Malheur County Local Board I of Oregon. Married Caroline Fuccillo of East Boston, July 4, 1937. Pi- anist and singer and graduate of Boston Institute of Music. Member of Mass. College of Pharmacy Alumni Ass'n. Nephew of late physician Frank A. Pagliuca of Boston. Father, born at Naples, Italy, came to America in 1898, settling in Boston in custom tailoring and bakery business. Office and Res .: 272 Main St., Medford.

PAGNANO, COSTANZO-Business Agent, Granite Cutters International Ass'n, Quincy. Born San Donato, Frosinone, Italy, Nov. 7, 1889. Son of Antonio Pagnano and Fortunata Cardarelli. Came to America in 1900, settling in Quincy. Educated here and abroad. Married Genoeffa Can- zano, Nov. 20, 1913. Children: Mrs. Alba Young; Armando, in U. S. Navy; Mrs. Mary La Porto; Antoinette; Anthony; Henry and Jean. All educated in the Quincy public schools. Mr. Pagnano began his career in ship yard, later became granite cutter. In 1911 was elected vice-president and in- terpreter of Quincy Branch Cutters Union, later served as its president for ten years, and since 1931 business agent. In 1939 introduced bill to amend Workmen's Compensation Act of Mass., which passed the house and senate. In 1941 was appointed by Pres. Roosevelt, member of Se- lective Service Board 126. Member: Boston Central Labor Union and Metrop. Construction Bldg. Trade Council; San Donatese Society of New- ton; S. Maria del Campo Society; Eagles; and So. Quincy Dramatic Club, and Bocce Club. Active in civic and welfare movements. Res .: 924 Phipps St., Quincy.

PAIER, VICTOR - Bakery Supervisor, Waldorf System, Springfield. Born Vittorio Veneto, Treviso, Italy, Nov. 9, 1881. Son of Osvaldo Paier and Maria Salvatore. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1898, settling in New Jersey. Returned to Italy in 1901 and served in the Italian Army. Settled in Springfield in 1909, where he has since been in the service of Waldorf System. Married the late Margherita Montagna of Agawam, Feb. 2, 1910. Children: Joseph Victor, a graduate of West Springfield High, attended West Virginia University, now in the service of U. S. Army, was the first Italian Amer- ican in the West Springfield Police force; and Mary Theresa, a graduate of West Springfield High and West Springfield Teachers' College, now teacher in Brimfield. Mr. Paier is member of East Long Meadow Sport-

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ing Club; the Verdi Club and the Venice Society. Res .: 28 Bell Ave., West Springfield.

PALADINO, FRANK-Businessman. Born Ucria, Messina, Italy, July 7, 1883. Son of Antonio Paladino and Rosa Martelli. Attended public schools in Italy, where he also learned the trade of making shoes. Served in the Italian Army .. Came to America in 1906, settling in Waltham. Proprietor of his shoe service shop of 575 Moody St., since 1924. Mar- ried Mary Rose Costa of Ucria, Italy, April 21, 1912. Children: Rose, graduate of Framingham State Normal School, teacher in Waltham public schools; Gilda; Rinaldo, Captain in U. S. Army Air Corps; Ar- mando, first class radio man in U. S. Navy; Carlo, graduate of North- eastern University in Engineering. All the children are graduates of Waltham High School. Mr. Paladino is member, Order Sons of Italy. Has the following brothers and sisters: Carmela, Frank, Anthony, Joseph, Salvatore and Domenica. Res .: 8 Martyn St., Waltham.

PALAZZI, AUGUSTO THOMAS Proprietor, Palazzi Oil Co., 275 Cen- tral St., Leominster. Born Fano, Pesaro, Italy, April 15, 1897. Son of Joseph Palazzi and Maria Benvenuti. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1910, settling in Leominster. In business since 1932. Married Aldina Sandelli of Leominster, Dec. 29, 1919. Children: Otto, a graduate of Leominster High School, in U. S. Navy; and Mary, a graduate of Leominster High School. Mr. Palazzi is member of Saladini Club; Fitchburg Marconi Club; and S. O. S. Club. Fond of baseball, bocce, travel and music. His father came to America in 1908, settling in Leominster. Had the following children: Teresa, Augusto, Louisa, and Duilio. Res .: 196 Union St., Leominster.

PALERMO, IGNAZIO-Coal and Oil Dealer, Owner, Haverhill Charcoal Co. Born Salemi, Trapani, Italy, Feb. 2, 1888. Son of Joseph Palermo and Felippa Cordio. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1906, settling in Haverhill. In business since 1920. Formerly in grocrey business. Married late Mary Serratore of Haverhill, Jan. 30, 1915. Children: Feline, student of high school, married to John Molea; Adyline, graduate of high and McIntosh Business College, mar- ried to Sebastiano Di Bartolomeo; Sandra and Joseph (twins) graduates of high school and attended Burdett College; Joseph, in U. S. Army Air Corps. Mr. Palermo, married second time to late Lucia Mirabile of Haver- hill, Feb. 24, 1926. Children: Salvatore, is class president at Trade School; Robert and Stella are students. Member: Order Sons of Italy, Italian American Citizens' Club, St. Anthony's Club, etc. Hobby-building houses at Salisbury Beach. His father came to America in 1908, settling in Haver- hill. Had the following children: Ignazio, Salvatore, Olympia, Maria, Francesca, Anna, and Eva. Office: 103-8th Ave. Res .: 140 Broadway, Haverhill.

PALERMO, JOSEPH-Building contractor. Born in Mineo, Catania, Italy, June 24, 1898. Son of Giuseppe Palermo. Attended public schools in Italy, and served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Boston, in construction work of all kinds. Married Mary Mancuso of Hyde Park Jan. 10, 1916. Children: Josephine, graduate Chelsea High school; Peter, machinist, serving in U. S. Army, is a football fan whose hobby is building gasoline airplane models, is charter member of No. 13 Sport club of Chelsea; Gena, is student. Mr. Palermo is member of Italian Independent Club and of Sant'Agrippina Society. He is fond of playing bocce, travel, and grand opera. Has two brothers: Raffael and Giovanni; and two sisters: Arrica and Mrs. Maria Canatella. Res .: 3 Pembroke St., Chelsea.

PALERMO, VINCENT ROBERT - Teacher, Junior and Senior High Schools. Born Worcester, Feb. 26, 1920. Son of Domenic Palermo and Mary Mastrapasqua. Graduated from North High in 1938; Fitchburg

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State Teachers College in 1942, B.S.E. Teaching since 1944 at Whitman Jr. High School. Member of Teachers Retirement Assoc., Teachers Club. Fond of football, basketball, hockey, golf, tennis, travel, and music. His father was born in Bisceglie, Bari, Italy. Came to America in 1907, set- tling in Worcester, where he engaged in grocery field. Has the following children: Ann, graduate of High School of Commerce, married Arnold John Lepore of Worcester; Vincent, Robert and Elizabeth. Res .: 13 Im- perial Rd., Worcester.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 89

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