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PATOTA, PETER-Automobile Dealer, 580 Pleasant St., Fall River. Born Ripabottoni, Campobasso, Italy, Dec. 19, 1902. Son of Isidoro Patota and Mariannina Diulio. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Fall River. Educated in the Public Schools. In business since 1932. Married Helen Moroli of Fall River; Sept. 1, 1924. Children: Reginald Peter, a graduate of Durfee High, is in U. S. Navy Air Corps; and David, a student. Mem- ber: Order Sons of Italy and Elks. Fond of automobile racing, fishing, boxing and travel. His father came to America in 1900, settling in Fall River. Had the following children: Joseph, in theatrical business; Michael, defense worker; Peter; John, automobile mechanic; and Mrs. Edna Hen- dricks. Res .: 763 Oak Grove Ave., Fall River.
PATRIARCA, CLEMENT-Partner of Patriarca Modern Market, 248 Copeland St., West Quincy. Born Quincy, May 3, 1892. Son of Clement Patriarca and Giuseppina Sassi. Graduated from Quincy High and from Burdett College. In 1919, he with his brother George took over their late father's business and have since been engaged in that field. Married Mary Rosa of Quincy, Dec. 25, 1918. Children: Louise Carolyn, a grad- uate of Quincy High and attended Simmons College now secretary to field director of N. E. Red Cross; Evelyn Genevieve, a graduate of Quincy High and of Wilson Medical School of Boston, as a laboratory technician; and Marion, attending Mt. St. Joseph's Academy. Member of K. of C .. Fond of baseball, fishing, and hunting. His parents were born in Caver- saccio, Como, Italy. Came to America in 1885, were among the pioneer Italian settlers of Quincy. Had the following children, Clement and George. Res .: 20 Larry St., Quincy.
PATRICELLI, ANTONIO-General Contractor. Born San Marco La Catola, Foggia, Italy, Oct. 10, 1888. Son of Michele Patricelli and Anna Daddario. Was for 12 years in the Maria Crestina Orphanage of Foggia, where he learned the carpenter's trade. Came to America in 1910, set- tling in Brockton. In the contracting business since 1924, specializing in building fine houses. Married Rosa De Luca, Jan. 17, 1915, a native of Grottaminarda, Avellino, Italy. Children: Michael, in U. S. Army overseas, wounded; Joseph, in U. S. Army; Frank, is in U. S. Navy, wounded; An- thony, U. S. Army, engineer overseas; Angelo, in U. S. Navy; Albert; Alfred; John; William; Salvatore; Rose Marie; and late Mrs. Anna Sil- vetti, who has two children, Pauline and Anthony. Member of Ward five Italian American Progressive Club. Mr. Patricelli has a sister Maria in Italy. He is interested in civic affairs and takes active part in the wel- fare of his people. Res .: 103 Perkins St., Brockton.
PATRONE, PAUL (Late) and Ella Panciocco. Natives of San Giovanni Incarico Frosinone, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 1900, settling in Hyde
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Park in 1905. Had the following children: Cass J., automobile adjuster, born March 19, 1913, graduated Hyde Park High, is veteran U. S. Army in Europe, awarded purple heart and other medals for bravery; Charles L., insurance representative, born March 17, 1914, graduate of Hyde Park High and Roanoke College in 1936, A.B., served as Lieutenant in U. S. Army, married to Frances Logan of Roslindale, Sept. 7, 1940, one daugh- ter, Pamella Ann; Miles, born Oct. 12, 1917, graduate of Hyde Park High and Roanoke College '40, B.S., served as Major in U. S. Marines, in the intelligence corps, awarded bronze star and other medals, took part in the invasions of Guadalcanal, Tuladi and Iwo Gima, married to Mary Galligan of Canton, one son, Paul; and Jean, a graduate of Hyde Park High, is married to Herbert Brennan of Mattapan, children, Paul and Richard. Res .: Hyde Park, Mass.
PATRONE, PHILIP - Podiatrist, 47 West Elni St., Brockton. Born Brockton, Oct. 29, 1907. Son of Pasquale Patrone and Santa Palm. Grad- uated from Brockton High School in 1928 and Middlesex University School of Podiatry in 1931. In general practice since 1931. Member of Academy of Podiatry and Northeastern Gun Club. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and music. His father was born in La Rocca, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1899, settling in Brockton, where he married in 1906. Has since been engaged in the tailoring field. Had the following children: Philip; Fred, is a graduate of Brockton High School and of Boston Mu- seum of Fine Arts School, where he also taught art, now in the U. S. Army, overseas; and Caroline, a High School student. Res .: 99 Belmont Ave., Brockton.
PATTAVINA, SALVATORE-General Contractor, 241 Washington St., Quincy. Born Augusta, Siracusa, Italy, Sept. 25, 1898. Son of Vincenzo Pattavina and Caterina Roggio. Educated in the Elementary and High Schools in his native town. Graduated from Royal Wireless Naval School of Spezia and served in the Italian Navy World War I. Came to America in 1921, settling in Quincy. In business since 1932. Married Isabella Mignosa of Quincy, July 23, 1922, also a native of Augusta, Italy and a graduate of High School of same town. Children: Vincent, Q. A., a grad- uate of Quincy High, attended Boston College and completed his pre- medical studies at Brown University, now in U. S. Navy, continuing his studies at Syracuse University Medical College; Catherine Gloria, a grad- uate of Woodward High School for Girls, is student at Regis College; Dante, S. A., and Beatrice Isabella are students. Mr. Pattavina was among the charter members of Roma Lodge, Order Sons of Italy of Quincy in 1924. Active in civic affairs. His father was a contractor in Italy. Had the following children: Mrs. Frances Cavalieri of Brooklyn, N. Y .; Ro- sario, a naval commander in Italy; Salvatore; Mrs. Concetta Roggio; Mrs. Iolanda Roggio and Mrs. Mary Angelina. Res .: 241 Washington St., Quincy. Summer Res .: 119 Edgewater Rd., Hull, Mass.
PATTI, ANGELO-Proprietor, Angelo Patti Barber Shop, 95 Jackson St., Lawrence. Born Tusa, Messina, Italy, Aug. 3, 1905. Son of Giovanni Patti and Giuseppa Di Pietro. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America, March 20, 1920, settling in Lawrence, where he attended public school. In business since 1942. Formerly in the ser- vice of Victor Stallone, famous barber shops of New York City for 15 years. Married the late Lucy Cuticchia of Lawrence in 1925. Children: John, graduate of Lawrence High School; Leo, Frank and Joseph. Mr. Patti married again to Grace Calisti of Lawrence, Feb. 21, 1943. One daughter, Frances. Member: Order Sons of Italy (trustee) ; American Italian Toilers Association; Master Barbers' Association; and vice-presi- dent Journeymen Barbers' Union 235. His father came to America in 1907, settling in Lawrence. Had the following children: Angelina, married to Vincent Miragliotta; Angelo and Frank, who are in Italy. Res .: 82 Avon St., Lawrence.
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PATTI, ANTONIO-Treasurer, Patti Bros. Inc., 876 Main St., Waltham. Born Castronuovo, Palermo, Italy, Sept. 6, 1891. Son of Giovanni and Serafina Patti. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1914, settling in Waltham. Served in U. S. Army World War I in France. In business in Waltham since 1930, associated with his brother John, specializers in cabinet making, upholstering and interior decorating. Formerly with Irving Corson Co. of Cambridge. Mar- ried Eleanor Bacigalupo of Cambridge, July 24, 1942, former public school teacher. One daughter, Florence Margaret, born April 15, 1943. Mem- ber: Chamber of Commerce; American Legion; K. C .; Elks; Italian His- torical Society; Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Serafina, John, Matilda, Bernard and Concetta. Res .: 258 Bacon St., Waltham.
PATTI, CARL CALOGERO - Manager, Western Union, Little Bldg. Born Castronuovo, Palermo, Italy, Oct. 1, 1900. Son of Joseph Patti and Rosalia Onorata. Was brought to America in 1903, settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. In 1916 he entered the service of the Western Union as messenger boy, since 1920 has been manager. Married Mary Amendolare of Boston, Aug. 17, 1923. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. His father, a descendant of an ancient and historic family, came to America in 1900, settling in Boston. Res .: 13 Sharlemont St., Dorchester.
PATTI, JOHN-President Patti Bros. Inc., 876 Main St., Waltham. Born Castronnovo, Palermo, Italy, Sept. 18, 1894. Son of Giovanni and Serafina Patti. Attended elementary and secondary schools in Italy. Came to America in 1914. In business with his brother, Antonio, in Waltham since 1930. Formerly a cabinet maker and upholsterer in New York. Mar- ried Agnes De Paoli of Palermo, Italy, July 13, 1920. Children: Joseph- ine, born March 12, 1922, graduate of St. Mary's High School and at- tended Emanuel College; Mary Grace, born July 28, 1924, graduate of St. Mary's High School; and John S., born July 24, 1928, student. Mr. Patti is member of K. C. and Chamber of Commerce. Fond of baseball, gardening, travel and music. Res .: 563 Lexington St., Waltham.
PAUL, JAMES-General Contractor. Born Nocciano, Pescara, Italy, Aug. 7, 1901. Son of Carmine and Maria Paul (Palompo). Came to U. S. in 1911, settling in Norwood. Educated in the public schools. General contractor since 1928, specializing in concrete masonary work, bulldozer and shovel work. Served in Italian Army in 1923. Married Jessie Guarini of Providence, April 28, 1927 a venerable in the Order Sons of Italy. Children: Frank James and Anthony Roy, twins, born March 28, 1928, graduates of Norwood High; Rita Marylin, born May 30, 1930; and Rich- ard Donald, born April 20, 1935. Mr. Paul is member Order Sons of Italy. Fond of baseball, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1896, settled in Norwood in 1903 as city employee. Had the following children: late Septimio, James and Alphonse. Res .: 82 Plympton St., Norwood.
PAVESI, WILLIAM LEO-Treasurer, John E. Jordan Co., 1 Main St., Plymouth. Born Plymouth, April 16. 1901. Son of Saverio Pavesi and Rosa Facchini. Educated in the Plymouth High School. Partner at John E. Jordan Co., since 1940. Married Inez Fiocchi of Plymouth, Nov. 28, 1923. Children: Richard W., born Nov. 14. 1924, a graduate of Plymouth High and attended Fitchburg Teachers College, is in U. S. Army overseas; and Laura, born Jan. 5, 1927. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Plymouth Italian Aid Society; and Kiwanis Club. Fond of golf, pistol shooting, fishing, travel and music. His father was born in San Giovanni in Persi- ceto, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth, where he engaged in market business for over 30 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Lea Giberti; Mrs. Lena Giovanetti and William Leo. Res .: 31 Allerton St., Plymouth.
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PAVONE, ROCCO-Physician and Surgeon. Born Scilla, Reggio Cala- bria, Italy, Nov. 22, 1909. Son of Anthony Pavone and Maria Teresa Bal- samo. Was brought to America when three years old, settling in Boston. Graduated: English High School, 1927; Harvard College, 1931, A.B., cum laude, youngest Italian American of his class; Tufts Medical School, 1936, M.D. Interne at Chelsea Memorial, Waterbury and Springfield Hos- pitals. In general practice in Newtonville since 1937. On staff of Newton Hospital, St. Elizabeth Hospital, etc. Member of state and national med- ical associations. Examining physician of local draft board, industrial physician for Ucinite Co. Received grade 96.2 percent in civil service ex- amination for school physician in Newton. Charter member of Burrough Scholarship Club of Boston. Res .: 192 Crept St., Newtonville.
PAZZANESE, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Pazzanese Custom Tailor Shop, 35 So. Main St., Bradford. Born Rocca D'Aspite, Salerno, Italy, March 24, 1878. Son of Gabriele Pazzanese and Maddalena Galardo. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1896, settling in Haverhill. In business since 1900. Married to Maria Lanni of Fall River. Children: Lillian, married to Nicholas Abbate; Gabriele, graduate of Haverhill High; Arthur; and the late Mrs. Susie Di Burro. Member: Order Sons of Italy, and Carpignano Society. Fond of travel and music. Has two sisters: Mrs. Theresa Polito and Mrs. Concetta Scovitti. Res .: 10 Hancock St., Haver- hill.
PECCI, PETER PAUL-Art Director, Advertising Agency. Born Frank- lin, Feb. 9, 1911. Son of Francesco Pecci and Filomena Grosso. Grad- uated from Mechanics Arts High School in 1927 and from Copley School of Art in 1930. Special courses at Mass. School of Art. Established his advertising agency in 1939. Has received favorable comments for his works from nationally known magazines and from the U. S. Navy pub- lishing dept. for his assistance in directing part of their publicity in pro- curing aviation cadets. Married Rose Avola of Boston, Dec. 31, 1933. Children: Rosemarie and Peter Warren. Member and exhibition chairman of Art Directors' Club. Parents born in Persano, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1910, settling in Franklin, and since 1920 in East Boston. Office: 50 Congress St., Boston. Res .: 124 Cherry St., Maplewood.
PEDONTI, DON-Commercial Artist and President of Allied Art Dis- play, 209 Mass. Ave., Boston. Born Boston, Oct. 23 1911. Son of Joseph Pedonti and Marie Natalie. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1929 and attended the Boston Museum School of Fine Arts. Commercial Artist since 1939. Formerly theatrical commercial artist. Considered among the outstanding air brush artists in the country. Married Emma Nazzaro of Medford, April 19, 1934. Children: Richard, Ronald and Caro- lyn. Father was born in Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1909, set- tling in Boston. Res .: Medford.
PEDONTI, FRANK THOMAS-Assistant Secretary to Mayor Curley of Boston. Born Boston, June 22, 1900. Son of Domenico Pedonti and Flora Ferrara. Graduated from English High School and attended Suffolk Uni- versity Law School. Assistant secretary to Mayor Curley since 1946. For- merly associated with late Attorney John P. Feeney; secretary to Mayor Curley, 1930-34; and secretary to Governor Curley at State House, 1934- 36. Veteran U. S. Navy, was in the invasion of Attu and Kiska in the Aleutian Islands, awarded two battle stars in South Pacific. Member: American Legion, V.F.W., D.A.V., and St. Francis Laymen's Retreat League of Brookline. Active in civic and political affairs. Staunch supporter of Governor James M. Curley, in his political career. Mr. Pedonti's father was born in Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 80's, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Boston, as merchant. Had follow- ing children: Joseph, John, late Louis, Concetta and Frank. Res .: 25 Bellerica St., Boston.
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PEDRINI, ETELREDO-Proprietor of Pedrini and Sons, Bakers, 225 Standish Ave., Plymouth. Born Manzolino, Bologna, Italy, July 16, 1880. Son of Paolo Pedrini and Adelaide Alberti. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1905, settling in Plymouth. In the baking business since 1910. Married Teresa Bongiovanni of Plymouth, Dec. 16, 1906, a native of San Matteo Decima, Bologna, Italy. Children: Annie, married to Paul Warnsman; Ida, married to Henry Bryant; Louise, married to Stanley Remick; Colombo, is associated with his father, mar- ried to Doris Pederzani; and Renato, a graduate of Plymouth High, was employed at U. S. Post Office, is in U. S. Army quartermaster's corps, in France. Mr. Pedrini is member of Plymouth Mutual Aid Society. Has a brother Raffaele Pedrini in Somerville. In Italy he has: Massimigliano, Valentino, and Vincenzo. Res .: 225 Standish Ave., Plymouth.
PEDRONI, ARMANDO-Artist, Boston Post. Born Somerville, Oct. 17, 1917. Son of John Pedroni and Zaira Mazza. Graduated from Somerville High School in 1938 and studied art in Boston. In the service of the Boston Post since 1939. Married Vittoria Avene of Somerville, a beau- tician, Aug. 30, 1942. One daughter, Carrol Ann. Mr. Pedroni travelled in Italy, where he studied art for nine years. He is a lover of music and fond of football. While in high school he was member of the track team. Hobby-painting and water colors. Father was born at Rocca Seggiolina, Pontremoli, Italy. Came to America in 1910, settling in Boston, engaged in the fruit business for over 30 years. Res .: 35 Hilton St., Arlington.
PELLECCHIA, DAVID-General Contractor. Born Rome, Italy, April 14, 1877. Son of Joseph Pellecchia and Giovanna Capoccia. Educated in the public schools in Rome and studied industrial agriculture. Came to America in 1906, settling in Leominster. In the contracting business since 1912, specializing in building, renovating homes, and general concrete work. Married Maria Louisa Isopo of Rome, Italy, Sept. 16, 1900. Chil- dren: Elmerinda, married to Amedeo Di Fazio; Telesforo (Charles), associated with his father in business; Lena, married to Louis Angelini; Dalmazio, in U. S. Army overseas; Isolino, graduate of Leominster High School and of N. E. School of Accounting; Joseph, graduate of High School. U. S. Army Air Corps; Henry, associated with his father; Settimio, U. S. Army overseas; and Olga, married to Antonio Valera of Fitchburg. Member: Order Sons of Italy and Santa Maria del Campo Society. Fond of gardening, hunting, fishing, travel and music. Res .: 29 Miller St., Leominster.
PELLEGRINI, ERNEST-Ecclesiastical Sculpturer. Born Sant'Ambro- gio di Valpolicella, Verona, Italy, Aug. 8, 1889. Son of Giovanni Pelle- grini and Amalia Tarelli. Student of Verona Academy of Painting and Sculpture; and Academy of France in Rome. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Boston, where he established a school of sculpture. Most representative works: Reredos, St. Luke's Cathedral of Portland, Maine; Reredos, St. Mary's Church of Cambridgeport, Mass .; Nativity, Barry College of Miami; Reredos in Lawyers Bay at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine of New York; and the Reredos of St. Mary's Chapel of Wash- ington, D. C. These last two are considered by critics as among the most beautiful altar pieces in the world. Member of National Sculpture Society, Copley Society, North Shore Art Assoc., etc. Address: 208 Orient Ave., Orient Heights, East Boston.
PELLEGRINI, ERNEST-Proprietor, Pellegrini's Market, 140 Main St., Milford. Born Bassano di Sutri, Viterbo-Roma, Italy, Sept 7, 1897. Son of Angela Pellegrini and Cecilia Zibellini. Educated in High School and College in Italy. Came to America in 1914, settling in Mansfield for 15 years. In Milford since 1930. Manager of Moro's Meat Market for six years. In business since 1936. Served in U. S. Army World War I. Visited Italy 1920-22. Married Emma Catalano of Mansfield, Jan. 1, 1924. Chil-
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dren: Louise Cecilia, born June 1, 1926, graduate Milford High School and Elizabeth Ollis Academy of Beauty Culture of Worcester; Ernest Jr., born Sept. 8, 1934. Member of American Legion and Order Sons of Italy. His father, a municipal employee in Italy had the following children: Margherita, Antonia, Gratiliano, Ida, Nelinda, Onorina, Ernest, Ersilia, Giuseppina, Venturina and Ines. Mr. Pellegrini is a descendent of long line of nobility, warriors, statesmen, and men of letters. The family had its origin in Florence in the 14th century. Res .: 371 Main St., Milford.
PELLEGRINI, FELICITA C .- Public Health Social Work Supervisor, State Department of Public Health, since 1929. Born in Santa Margherita, Ligure, Italy. Educated in Boston. Res .: 161 St. Botolph St., Boston.
PELLEGRINI, JOSEPH "Joe"-Manager of W. L. Douglas Shoe Co. Born Boston, May 4, 1909. Son of Salvatore Pellegrino and Annunziata Barrasso. Graduated from Dorchester High School in 1928. Special busi- ness courses at Boston College. In the service of W. L. Douglas Shoe Co., Boston branch, since 1942. Formerly in the shoe field for 18 years. Mar- ried Ethel E. Thomann of Medford, Feb. 4, 1933. One daughter, Carroll Frances, born April 15, 1934. Mr. Pellegrino is fond of all sports, was member of his high school baseball team. A lover of travelling and music. His father was born in Mirabella, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1896, settling in Boston, where he engaged in wholesale and importing liquor business for over 20 years. Res .: 19 Springfield St., Dorchester.
PELLIZZARO, ORESTE OLIVER-Proprietor, Red's Cash Market, 775 East St., Pittsfield. Born Altissimo, Venice, Italy, March 24, 1907. Son of John Pellizzaro and Modesta Belluzzo. Was brought to America when a year old, settling in Pittsfield. Educated in the public schools. In busi- ness since 1932. Married Bessie Horonzy of Housatonic, Mass., Jan. 15, 1927. Children: John, born June 17, 1930 and Marion, born June 19, 1933. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America and Junior Fraternal Club. Fond of hunting, fishing, bocce, gardening, travelling and grand opera. His father, a native of Dresna, Venice, Italy, came to U. S. A. in 1902. Had the following children: Oreste, Mario, Tulio, Rita and Louis (serving in U. S. Army). Res .: 775 East St., Pittsfield.
PELONZI, CHARLES COLUMBUS - Teacher in Science and Athletic Coach, Briscoe Jr. High School of Beverly since 1941. Born Beverly, May 24, 1914. Son of Joseph Pelonzi and Ginditta Pietrini. Graduated: Bev- erly High in 1933, capt. of 1932 football team; St. Auselm College in 1937, A.B., member varsity football team four years; special courses at Harvard. Married Aurelia Abate of Beverly, April 20, 1941, a graduate of Beverly High. One son, Kenneth Charles, born Sept. 30, 1944. Mem- ber: Mass. Coach Athletic Association; Italian American Republican Club; Patria e Lavoro Society; Italian Community Club; and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of all sports. Lover of art, travel, and music. Former inter- collegiate champion 135 lbs. class of N. H. Mr: Pelonzi's father was born in Palombara Sabino, Rome, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Beverly. Had the following children: late Margherita, Egidio, Rose, Amerigo, Anna, Charles, and Joanna. Res .: 406 Rantoul St., Beverly.
PELOSI, LUIGI-Proprietor, Modern Shoe Repairing, 3 Berwick St., Melrose. Born Anzano degli Irpini, Avellino, Italy, March 19, 1892. Son of Pietro Pelosi and Maria Gaetana Dioguardo. Attended public school in Italy and learned custom shoe making under his father. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Malden. In 1928, he was awarded gold medal in the Boston Exposition for his artistic work in the field of shoe repairing. In business in Melrose since 1932. Veteran U. S. Army in Europe World War I, 42 Div., in the army of occupation in Germany. Mr. Pelosi married Margaret Orlando of Boston, Sept. 27, 1917. Children: Mary, married to Joseph Settimio; Peter, automotive mechanic, is veteran U. S. Army over- seas, was first to go on B-29; Fred, veteran U. S. Army in Europe, is with
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Boston Elevator; and Leo, proprietor, Station Market of Melrose, is vet- eran U. S. Army overseas, awarded numerous battle stars. All of the above children are graduates of Malden High School. Res .: 877 Salem St., Malden.
PELUSO, GABRIELE-Custom tailor. Born Cancello ed Arnone, Naples, Italy, Oct. 28, 1868. Son of Carlo Peluso and Francesca Tartaglione. Edu- cated in the public schools in Italy, where he learned custom tailoring. In U. S. since 1903. In Chelsea since 1911. One of Boston's finest custom tailors for over 40 years. Married Marianna Martucci of Santa Maria La Fossa, Naples, Italy, in 1887. Children: Isabella, married to Vincenzo Stranieri; Santina, married to Nicola La Cava; Italia, married to Michele Buonanno; Charles, married to Mary Bonaccorso; Domenic, married to Josephine Chelles; Francesca, married to Antonucci Ascenzo; Elizabeth, married to Angelo Torre; Theodore, married to Leonora Caimano; Guy, married to Caroline Naroski; Bertram, married to Luisa Marianni; Arnold, married to Clara Manzolilli; Flourdelise, married to Joseph Marotta, and Violanda, married to Lawrence Di Venuti. Res .: 154 Marlboro St., Chelsea.
PELUSO, GUY GEORGE-Guy G. Peluso Co., creative advertising spe- cialties, 12 Howard St., Revere. Born Sutton, Mass., Jan. 5, 1907. Son of Gabriele Peluso and Marianna Martucci. Educated in the Chelsea public schools. Pioneer American of Italian descent in the United States to enter the field of creative advertising, novelties and specialties. A keen student of human nature, a leader and a noted lecturer. Veteran U.S. Navy Sea- bees, World War II. First pre-war Pearl Harbor father drafted. Took part in the two major invasions of Anzio and of Southern France, awarded two battle stars, also the European, the African and the American Aerial medals, including World War II Victory medal. Married Caroline Martha Naroski of Chelsea, April 29, 1927. Children: Guy G., Jr., is associated with his father; Theodore Francis; Dolores Joan and Richard Laurance. Mr. Peluso is active in civic affairs. Has travelled extensively here and abroad. Lover of outdoor life, art and music. (See his father Gabriele's sketch.) Res .: 12 Howard St., Revere.
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