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PARIS, CHARLES F .- Tonsorialist. Born Cambridge, Sept. 7, 1896. Son of Louis Paris and Maria Ciccolo. Educated in the public schools of Brighton and attended Technical High School in Italy for two years. In the barber business in Cambridge since 1911. Considered among the most prominent barbers in the city. Past President of the State Barbers' Asso- ciation. Active in civic and political affairs. Member of the Elks since 1919. Married Gaetana Lentini of South Boston, Sept. 1917. Children: Louis, attended Tufts College Medical School, is in U. S. Army overseas; Charles, a graduate of Mass. College of Pharmacy, a reg. pharmacist, is in U. S. Army Medical Corps; Mary, is with the Riverside Press; Anthony, attended Norwich. University Military School, is in U. S. Army; all are graduates of Cambridge High School, and Joseph, Alfreda, and George are students. Mr. Paris' father was born in Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1884, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Cambridge. Mother, born in Messina, Italy, came to U. S. in 1890. They had the following two children: Charles F., and Mrs. Antoinette Salvato, who has a daugh- ter Lucia Gloria. Res .: 210 Erie St., Cambridge.
PARISE, ANTONIO-Proprietor, Parise Shoe Rebuilding and Ortho- pedic Work, 7a Otis St., Boston. Born Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy, Nov. 6, 1914. Son of Michele Parise and Rosaria Cilurso. Attended public schools in Italy, where he also learned the custom shoe making trade. Came to U. S. in 1930, settling in Boston. In business since 1944. Mar- ried Alvina Violante of E. Boston, June 23, 1940. Children: Rose Marie, born Nov. 2, 1942; and Elizabeth, born April 3, 1945. Member: Order Sons of Italy and Holy Name Society. His father, who came to U. S. in 1899, has made seven trips to Italy. Is veteran of Italian Army World War I. Has the following children: Mrs. Caterina Lombardo; Mrs. An- gela Froio; Antonio; Mrs. Maria Caccomo and Vincenzo. Res .: 127 Web- ster St., E. Boston.
PARISE, PETER-Proprietor, Peter Parise Tailor and Cleansing. Born Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy, Sept. 24, 1894. Son of Michele Parise and Caterina Siciliana. Attended public schools in his native town, where he learned custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1909, settling in Boston, where he worked in several tailoring establishments . In business in Cam- bridge since 1923. Married Angelina Iandoli of Boston, Nov. 29, 1925. Children: Catherine Anne, graduate of Cambridge Latin and High School, is married to Domenic Spinosa, a veteran of U. S. Navy World War II; Idalyn and Peter are students. Mr. Parise's father, came to U. S. in the late 80's, made numerous trips to Italy, had the following children: Ro- saria, Elizabetta, Nicholas, Peter, Antonio, Michele and Maria. Res .: 14 Warren St., Cambridge.
PARISI, FRANK PAUL (Rev.)-Baptist Clergyman. Born Priolo, Sira- cusa, Italy, Jan. 29, 1905. Son of Joseph Parisi and Domenica Puglisi. Received his high school and college education at Siracusa and Catania, Italy. Came to America in 1926, settling in Conn. Graduated from Rochester University in 1933, B.A., and from Colgate-Rochester Divinity School in 1935, B.D. Was ordained in 1935 at Lake Ave. Baptist Church of Rochester, N. Y. First pastorate at Italian Mission of Lake Ave. Bap- tist Church, 1933-39; pastor of First Italian Baptist Church of Rochester, 1937-39. Pastor of first Italian Baptist Church of Springfield since 1939. Has contributed numerous articles to religious periodicals. Married Jen- nie M. Collari of Rochester, N. Y., April 18, 1936. Children: Enrico Donato and Eunice Margaret. Res .: 125 Colchester St., Springfield.
PARISI, JOSEPH-Businessman. Born Caraffa di Bianco, Reggio Ca- labria, Italy, May 20, 1894. Son of Antonio Parisi and Cecilia Battaglia. Attended public schools in Italy. Came to America in 1911, settling in West Springfield. Proprietor of Parisi Market, 703 Union St., W. Spring- field since 1924. Married Raffaela Mazzarino of Mt. Santangelo, Foggia, Italy, Nov. 28, 1918. Children: Anthony, a graduate of W. Springfield
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High, Holy Cross College and Tufts Medical School, in U. S. Naval Re- serve; Cecilia, a graduate of W. Springfield High, married to Daniel Agostino; and Michelina, a graduate of W. Springfield High, bookkeeper for her father. Mr. Parisi is member of Verdi Club and Italian Mutual Aid Society. His father came to America in 1914. Had following chil- dren: Mary Angela, Mary, John, Joseph, Frank, Lucy and Catherine. Res .: 705 Union St., W. Springfield.
PARISI, PAUL JOSEPH-Proprietor, Supreme Radio Service, 143 Essex St., Lawrence. Born Lawrence, April 18, 1916. Son of Salvatore Parisi and Antoinette Marzullo. Educated in the public schools of Lawrence. In business since 1934. Married Carmela Tomaselli of Lawrence, April 1, 1936. One son, Paul Jr., born July 7, 1937. Mr. Parisi is fond of base- ball, hunting, boxing and music. His father was born in Viagrande, Ca- tania, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Lawrence, where he engaged in the poultry business. Had the following three children: Jo- seph, Paul and Rosario. Res .: 6 Middle St., Lawrence.
PARODI, JOSEPH-News Photographer, Boston American. Born Bos- ton, March 20, 1902. Son of Andrew Parodi and Rose Fopiano. Edu- cated in the Boston Public Schools and the High School of Commerce. In the service of the Boston American since 1919, being the first Italo- American to be so employed by the Boston American. Awarded trophy for prize photo in the Boston Press Photography Ass'n in 1940. Received other prizes, highly commended by the Press. Member of Boston Press. Photographers' Association. Fond of baseball, football, camping and. music. Father was born in Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1890, set- tling in Boston, where he engaged in building contracting business for over 45 years. Res .: 4 Mechanic Court, Boston.
PARRELLA, MARY PATRICIA-Proprietor, Mary's Beauty Salon, 371 Moody St., Waltham. Born Waltham, Oct. 9, 1920. Daughter of Aniello. Parrella and Maria Scrocco. Graduated from Waltham High School and. Wilfred Academy of Beauty Culture. In business since 1940. Has re -- ceived highest awards in beauty shows for her outstanding creations in. the field of beauty culture. Member: Mass. Cosmetologist Assoc. Inc., Italian Women's Club of St. Michael's Society of Newton. Fond of bowl -- ing, dancing, ice skating, travel, and music. Her father was born in Cas- sano Bassarano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1901, settling in Waltham. Mother, a native of Castelvetere in Val Fortore, Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1901. Married Aug. 29, 1909, and had the following children: Joseph, U. S. Army in France; C. Helen; Anthony; Louis, U. S. Army overseas; and Mary Patricia. Res .: 52 Cedar St., Wal- tham.
PARROTTA, ADOLPH J. - Insurance Representative. Born Chelsea,. April 27, 1915. Son of Gaetano Parrotta and Rose Bruno. Graduated from Chelsea High School and attended Adams School, where he special -- ized in public speaking. In the service of John Hancock Life Insurance Co. since 1942. Formerly candidate for Chelsea School Committee and assistant manager of the Alpini Cafe. Was also production manager for- H. Traiser Co. of Boston for six years. Married Mary Gebarski of Chelsea, Oct. 31, 1937. One daughter Marilyn Ann, born July 25, 1940. Member- of Kiwanis Club and Order of Elks, where he has held offices. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of boxing, horseback riding, travel and music. His father, a native of Albi, Catanzaro, Italy, came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston. (See his brother Nicholas sketch). Res .: 181 Central Ave., Chelsea.
PARROTTA, NICHOLAS-President and Treasurer, Alpine Lodge, 77 Winnisimmet St., Chelsea, Hotel Berkeley of Boston and others. Born Chelsea, March 18, 1912. Son of Gaetano Parrotta and Rose Bruno. Grad -. uated from Chelsea High and attended Hawley School of Engineering ..
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Served in U. S. Coast Guard, World War II. In business since 1933. Formerly leader of his famous band, "Dixie Six", entertainment and combination playing in theatres, night clubs and radio National net work throughout the U. S. Married Nina Dobrenchuk of Chelsea, Sept. 7, 1940. One daughter, Theodora, born Feb. 12, 1944. Member: Kiwanis Club; Order Sons of Italy, etc. Active in civic and political affairs, former candidate for alderman and representative. His father was born in Albi, Catanzaro, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Mrs. Iolanda Valdez; Nicholas; Salvatore, veteran U. S. Army World War II; Adolph, John Hancock Ins. Co., agent; Arthur, metal furniture construction business in Boston; Mrs. Raffaela Memmelo; Mrs. Angelina Napoletana and Mary, a student. Res .: 75 Winnisimmet St., Chelsea.
PARZIALE, ARCANGELO-Businessman. Born Sarno, Salerno, Italy, Jan. 5, 1894. Son of Vincenzo Parziale and Caterina Criscuola. Came to America in 1912, settling in East Boston, where he began the business, known as East Boston Canteen in 1916. Continued it until his death on June 7, 1942. He was married to Filomena Squitieri, daughter of Raffaele Squitieri and Nunziata D'Amico, natives of Sarno, Salerno, Italy. Children: Mary Grace, a graduate of East Boston High School in 1939, attended Suffolk University School of Law for two years and graduated from Boston University in 1945, B.S. in Ed .; Carmine, a student in aero- nautical engineering, now manager of his father's business; Joseph, in the U. S. Marines; Ferdinand, Vincent and Nancy, students. Bus .: 121 Chelsea St. Res .: 123 Chelsea St., East Boston.
PARZIALE, LUDOVICO-Mail Carrier, Medford P. O. Born Sarno, Salerno, Italy, Sept. 15, 1905. Son of Giuseppe Parziale and Maria Cor- ona Manfredonia. Came to U. S. when a year old, settling in Boston. Educated in the elementary and high schools. In the service of U. S. Post Office since 1935. Formerly in the baking field. Married Rosa Sicili- ano of Boston, July 25, 1926. Member: K. of C., and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston as proprietor of one of the finest bakeries in the city for over 35 years. Had the following children: Vincenzo, who carries his father's business, has a son Joseph, who is 1st Lieut. in U. S. Army as provost marshal; Alfredo is associated with his brother in the baking business, has nine children, one of which is Vincent, who is in U. S. Navy; Catherine and Aida. Res .: 15 Sumner Ave, .Medford.
PASCALE, NICK-Proprietor, Cottage Garden Inc., 539-541 Dudley St., Roxbury; and Napoli Cafe of Quincy. Born Lawrence, April 13, 1905. Son of Silvio Pascale and Giovannina Viti. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1941. Married Rose Egidio of Cambridge October 12, 1931. Children: Joseph, Paul, and Vincent. Mr. Pascale is a former ac- cordionist. Member of Mass. Liquor Assoc .; the Eagles; and Order of Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, foot- ball, boxing and travel. His father was born in Presenzano, Caserta, Italy, came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Lawrence as businessman. Had the fol- lowing children: Vincenzo, Nick, Rossi, Mrs. Marietta DiCaprio, and Gio- vanni, who is a music teacher in Presenzano, Italy. Res .: 10 Ridgewood St., Dorchester.
PASCARELLI, GRAZIANO-Born San Giovanni Rotondo, Foggia, Italy, July 13, 1893. Son of Francesco Pascarelli and Angela Maria Martino. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also studied music and played in the famous Bianca Band of San Severo, Foggia, Italy. Came to America in 1911, settling in Leominster. In the service of Du- pont Denemours Co. since 1914. Has also taught music since coming to United States. Married Perla Corbino of Leominster, Aug. 30, 1919, a native of Avellino, Italy. Children: Ruggiero, graduate of High School
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and of U. S. Navy School of Music, now in service of U. S. Navy; Valen- tina, Norma and Eva are in the service of Dupont Denemours Co. Mr. Pascarelli is member of Order Sons of Italy; Foggia Society, treasurer since 1939; and Italian American Citizens' Club. Has the following brothers and sisters: Federico, Cesare, Zelina, Annita and Elena. Res .: 35 Lancaster St., Leominster.
PASCHETTO, ALEXANDER HUMBERT-President of Whitney Lunch, 119 Worthington St., Springfield. Born Candelo, Vercelli, Italy, Aug. 20, 1892. Son of Benedetto Paschetto and Quinta Bolengo. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, settling in Boston, where he worked as waiter at Hotel Lenox, same year when the Boston Opera House was opened and Mr. Paschetto served many of world's leading singers, including Enrico Caruso. In 1923 he came to Springfield, where since 1936 has been in the restaurant business. During World War I he served with the American Army in Ordnance Dept. in France. At the end of the war, he returned to his native town and married Dorina Rastello (schoolmates), Aug. 26, 1920. They have one son, Renzo Amer- ico, a graduate of High School of Commerce, now sergeant in U. S. Ma- rine Corps. Member of American Legion. Fond of baseball, bocce, travel- ling and grand opera. Res .: 28 Chilson St., Springfield.
PASCHETTO, AMILCARE ANGELO-Partner with his brother Alex- ander of the Whitney Lunch, 119 Worthington St., Springfield. Born Candelo, Vercelli, Italy, May 30, 1890. Son of Benedetto Paschetto and Quinta Bolengo. Educated in the public schools of his native town. In America since 1912, settling in Boston, where he worked as assistant chef at the Copley Plaza Hotel and at Puritan Hotel. Mr. Paschetto has travelled extensively in France, England, Austria, Hungary, Switzerland and Italy. Fond of all sports especially wrestling, boxing, and a bicycle fan. A lover of the theatre, drama and grand opera. His father came to America in 1890, settled in New York. Had following children: Emma of Candelo, Italy, Amilcare and Alexander.
PASQUALE, MICHAEL-Proprietor, Terminal Liquor Co. Inc., 78 Han- over St., Boston. Born Sant 'Angelo All 'Esca, Avellino, Italy, May 5, 1893. Son of John Pasquale and Maria Giuseppe Di. Musis. Came to U. S. in 1898. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. Served in U. S. Army World War I in France, 28th Division. In business since 1933. Married Marie Rossi of Boston, June 2, 1921. Member American Legion. Was former professional baseball player for five years under the name of "Kelley". Pitcher for the Blackstone Valley League and was assigned for the Eastern League at the time when inducted to U. S. Army World War I. Mr. Pasquale's father came to U. S. in 1885, settling in Boston, as gardener. Had the following children: Mrs. Carmela Iannino; An- thony; James; Michael; and Mrs. Rose Martignetti. Res .: 282 Hanover St., Eoston.
PASQUALE, NUNZIO-Liberty Club, 102 Church St., Clinton. Born Prezza, Aquila, Italy, Aug. 15, 1883. Son of Beniamino Pasquale and Margherita Cecerone. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1901; settling in Clinton. In the service of Liberty Club of. Clinton since 1938. Formerly a machinist. Married Liska Nariaski of Clinton, Aug. 2, 1909. Children: Mrs. Margaret Mahan; Mrs. Jennie Lanziani; David Benjamin, is electrician, was formerly a U. S. Submarine inspector; and Joseph A., is electrical mechanic, now in U. S. Navy. Mem- ber: Liberty Society. Fond of all sports. His father, a native of Rianella, Rome, Italy, had the following children: Nunzio, Luciano, Margherita, Innocenzo, Giovanni and Salvatore. Res .: 15 Thomas St., Clinton.
PASQUALINI, SILVANO-President and Treasurer, Federal Tool Co., Springfield. Born Barbara, Ancona, Italy, Oct. 16, 1890. Son of Raffaele Pasqualini and Madalena Verdini. Educated in public schools in Italy.
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Came to America in 1906. In business since 1942. Formerly with the Indian Motorcycle Co. Married Bianca Bartoli of Springfield, July 6, 1920. Children: Rena Madeline, a graduate of Classical High and Smith College; and Laura, a student. Fond of boxing, bocce, motoring travel- ling and classical music. Has following brothers and sisters: Floriano, a partner in Old Post Office Cafe; Mrs. Irene Parducci and Mrs. Diamante Moretti. Res .: 25 Roy St., Springfield. 2
PASQUARELLI, FELIX-Businessman. Born Pesco Pennatoro, Campo- basso, Italy, Feb. 9, 1879. Son of Rinaldo Pasquarelli and Maria Giuseppa Dangelcone. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to Amer- ica in 1899, settling in Fitchburg. In shoe rebuilding business since 1922. Formerly in the service of various industries. Mr. Pasquarelli is member of the Fitchburg Community Band and of Leominster Loyal Order of Moose. A well known singer of popular Italian songs. His father came to America in 1885, settling in Fitchburg, where he engaged as stone cutter. Had the following children: Felix, Winnie, Vito, Quincy of Leo- niinster and Archie. Address: 30 Granite St., Fitchburg.
PASQUINI, RINALDO-Founder of Pasquini's Market, of Ludlow. Born Montecatini Terme, Pistoria, Italy, Dec. 12, 1861. Son of Patrizio Pas- quini and Domenica Nannini. Served in the Italian Army under King Victor Emanuel II. Came to America in 1904, settling in Ludlow, Mass. where he has since been in business. Married Armida Melosi of Borgo a Buggiano, Lucca, Italy, Feb. 1886. Children: Guido, a machinist, mar- ried to Alfea Molinari; David, machinist, married to Desolina Focosi; Ezio, partner in the father's business; Mario, partner in the father's business; Quinto, also partner in father's business; Lena, attended Lud- low High School, a bookkeeper in the business. Res .: 315 East St., Ludlow.
PASSARINI, TITO-President and Treasurer, Upfalls Public Market, Inc., 203 Elliot St., Newton Upperfalls. Born San Ginesio, Macerata, Italy, Jan. 19, 1895. Son of John Passarini and Gentilina Giuliani. Edu- cated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1912, settling in Newton. In business since 1921. Married Elisa Catalini of Everett, Oct. 30, 1919. Children: Adolfo, a graduate of Newton High and student of Boston University, serving in U. S. Army; and Betty Ann. Mr. Passarini served in U. S. Army during World War I, and saw service in France for 18 months. Member of American Legion; president of Mu- tual Aid Workers' Association; chairman and on board of trustees of Reliance Club of Wellesley. Is among the largest tax payers in the city of Newton. Has travelled extensively in Italy and is deeply interested in the welfare of his community. Res .: 74 Cottage St., Newton Upper- falls.
PASSARO, EDWARD G .- Asst. Manager Curtis Men's Shoe Shop of Boston. Born Boston, Feb. 19, 1906. Son of Gabriel and Rosa Memelo. Attended English High School. Engaged in the shoe field since 1923. Married Philomena De Simone of Boston, July 5, 1936, a graduate of High School of Practical Arts. Children: Gabriel Robert, born July 20, 1941, and Diane, born Jan. 29, 1945. Member Order Sons of Italy and former member of State Guard. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, golf, travel, and music. His father was born in Tauraso, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Boston, as sub-contractor in tile and mosaics work. Had the following children: Elizabeth, Edward G., Eleanor, Emma, Lucy, Leo, Rita, Agnes and Dorothea. Res .: 152 Salem St., Boston.
PASSERINI, RICHARD-Businessman. Born San Martino della Pun- tanara, Ferrara, Italy, July 28, 1888. Son of Louis Passerini and Rose Barbieri. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1913, settling in Springfield, where he has since been engaged in various kinds of business. Married Elisa Boccafoglie of San Martino,
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Italy, Aug. 1912. Children: Ida, married to Louis Amato, proprietor of Six Corners Cafe, 339 Walnut St., Springfield; and Edna, a graduate of West Springfield High, married to Preston Briggs of West Springfield, serving in U. S. Navy. Mr. Passerini is member of Dante Club. Fond of bocce, hunting, travelling and grand opera. He is a former band musician. Has three brothers, Joseph, Gaetano, Roberto and a sister, Veronica. Res .: 217 Newbridge St., West Springfield.
PASTILLE, MARGARET-Born Worcester, Jan. 24, 1884. Daughter of Joseph Santora and Angelina Mollica. Came to America when a year old settling in Marlboro. Graduated from public schools and Bryant and Strat- ton Commercial School. Was a bookkeeper for number of years and also taught in the Marlboro Trade School State Dept. Married Alfred Pastille of Providence, R. I., Nov. 4, 1909. Children: late Virginia, and John Joseph, who attended Marlboro High and Worcester Trade School, is veteran U. S. Army World War II, in charge of the kitchen at Cushing General Hospital. Mrs. Pastille is founder of Daughters of Italy Lodge of Marlboro and former grand trustee of Grand Lodge Sons of Italy of Mass. for eight years. Member: American Legion; Eagles; Companions of Foresters; Marlboro Women's Club; Newman Club; Daughters of Isa- bella; St. Ann's Society and Grange. Active in civic and welfare move- ments. Her father was born in Rodi, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1875, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Marlboro. Res .: 16 West St., Marlboro.
PASTORE, CARMEN A .- Attorney-at-Law. Born East Boston, Nov. 28, 1911. Son of Angelo Pastore and Maria Mercadante. Graduated: East Boston High School, 1928; Suffolk University Law School, 1941, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1943. In the service of Thomas Long, Jewelers, since 1928. Married Katherine Collins of Boston, a former public school teacher, June 30, 1943. Member: B. P. O. E .; president of East Boston Tennis Club; East Boston High School Alumni Ass'n, and Suffolk University Alumni Ass'n. Fond of baseball, football, track and tennis. Father, born in Ariano Di Puglie, Avellino, Italy. Came to Amer- ica in 1901, settling in Chelsea, and since 1910 in East Boston, engaged in construction work for over 40 years. Res .: 44 Cottage Park Road, Winthrop.
PASTORE, JOHN - Proprietor of Corey Pharmacy, Everett. Born Nusco. Avellino, Italy, July 28, 1898. Son of Francesco Pastore and Julia Ressa. Was brought to America in 1902, settling in Boston. Grad- uated from English High School and studied pharmacy. In the drug- gist's business since 1923 and a reg. pharmacist since 1921. Studied the violin for nine years under Adamo Alfonso and Prof. Fiumari of the Boston Symphony. Married Mary Del Core of Everett, June 21, 1936. Fond of travelling, reading, hicking. Father, came to America in 1881, settled in New York and since 1902 in Boston. Had following six chil- dren: Orsola, John, Elena, Iolanda, James and Angelina. Bus .: 37 Broad- way, Everett. Res .: 26 Gladstone St .. Everett.
PASTORE, VITO NICOLA-Tonsorialist. Born Carife, Avellino, Italy, May 26, 1889. Son of Vito Nicola Pastore and Angela Maria Di Luna. Attended public school in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1904, settling in East Boston. Barber since 1909. In 1922 he became hair stylist. Married Rosina D'Argenio of East Boston, Feb. 28, 1915. Children: Angela Maria, a beautician, married to Joseph Fabbiano; Philip, veteran U. S. Army, World War II, in Pacific and Alaska for three years; Nicolina, married to Theodore Orlandino, a veteran U. S. Army, World War II; Vito Nicola died age 22; Virginia and Gerard. All of whom have attended East Boston High school. Mr. Pastore is member Workmen's Benefit Fund of U.S.A. Has following brothers and sisters: late Felicia (Santoro); Maria Antonia (Arcangelo); Graziuccia (DeAngelis); Maria Vittoria (Izzo); late Rosa
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Maria (Bianchino) late Giovannina (Liberatore); Mariuccia (Frasca) are all in Italy, and Lorenzo, married to Angelina Magnotti; is in East Boston. Res .: 85 Brook St., East Boston.
PATALANO, PIETRO- Proprietor of Empire Poultry and Farm Pro- ducts, 121/2 Medford St., Somerville. Born Gaeta, Littoria, Italy, Aug. 25, 1893. Son of Alessandro Patalano and Carmina Magliozzi. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1911, set- tling in Somerville. In the poultry business since 1939. Formerly in the fruit business for 15 years and proprietor of the Boston Beverage Inc. for seven years. Married Frances Liberace of Formia, Italy, Oct. 25, 1920. Children: Vincenza (Del Mastro), Catherine (a graduate of Bates College), Carmina, Frances and Mary. Served in the U. S. Army as sergt. during World War I. Member of American Legion. Founder of the Progressive Italian American Society and of the Italian American Club of Medford. Hobby-farning. Father came to America in 1900, settled in Somerville, where he was foreman at Swift Co. for many years. Res .: 79 Benton Road, Somerville.
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