Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 94

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

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PENDOLARI, ROMEO LOUIS-Proprietor, Pendolari Inc., Retail Liquor Establishment, 105 Concord St., Framingham. Born Boston, Dec. 8, 1894. Son of John Pendolari and Theresa Gnecco. Educated in the public schools. Graduated from Framingham High School and Framingham Business College. In business since 1918. Served in U. S. Naval Air Force, World War I. Married Alena Boudreau of Marlboro, June 13, 1920, a graduate of St. Anne's Academy. Children: Irene Mary, a graduate Framingham High and St. Regis College; Romeo John, a graduate of High, attended College of the Holy Cross, now in U. S. Air Corps; Dennis Joseph, and Roberta Ann are students. Member and past commander American Le- gion; Elks; Eagles; Columbus Society; Chamber of Commerce and K. of C. His father was born in Canale, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1888, settled in Boston, as contractor. Later in the fruit and produce business in Framingham. Had the following children: Romeo Louis; and Emma, married to Dennis McManus. Res .: 635 Concord St., Framingham.

PENNACCHIO, MICHAEL-Proprietor of Pennacchio and Son, Under- takers. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, March 3, 1890. Son of Joseph Pen- nacchio and Francesca Palmieri. Graduated: Teano Seminary in 1905. Attended Agostino Nifo College of Sessalungo for three years. Graduated from Vanvitelli College of Caserta in 1909. Came to America in 1909, settling in Boston, where since 1926 has been in the funeral business. Married Mary Bova of Lawrence, July 10, 1912. Children: Joseph, a graduate of Syracuse University and of N. E. Institute of Anatomy, Sani- tary Science and Embalming, now officer in U. S. Army Air Corps, and Julia. Member of N. E. Funeral Directors' Ass'n, Sons of Italy, Inde- pendent Order of Sons of Italy, St. Stephen of Braga Society, etc. Fond

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of all outdoor sports. Father came to America in 1888. Office and Res .: 59 So. Margin St., Boston.

PENNINI, LEWIS-General Insurance and Real Estate Agency, 255 Broadway, Boston. Born Cassano, Ionio, Italy, in 1868. Son of Pasquale Pennini and Carmela Romeo., Graduated from the technical schools of Cassano. Came to America in 1882, settling in Boston, where be began as teacher of Italian, later as bookkeeper for his uncle, and clothes de- signer. In 1900 he established his private banking and general naviga- tion business and has since been engaged in that field. Mr. Pennini is the oldest living Italo-American of Boston to be notary public and Justice of Peace. Has for many years been engaged in real estate and general insurance. Member of Sons of Italy in America. Served for many years on city ward committee. Former candidate for City Councillor and for State Senator. Fond of boxing, fencing. Has travelled to Italy twice. Res .: 9 Westville St., Dorchester.

PENNISI, GUY R .- Inspector, Aircraft Instruments, G. E. Co. at West Lynn plant. Born Lawrence, June 23, 1913. Son of Mario Pennisi and Carmela Barbagallo. Graduated from Holy Rosary School, attended Berkeley Preparatory School for two years, and completed a vocational course in 1942. Married Antoinette Cosentino of Lawrence, Dec. 26, 1936. Children: Carmelina, Maurice, Eleanor, and Mary. Fond of liter- ature, music and fine arts. Hobby-photography. Mr. Pennisi is presi- dent of Our Lady of Good Counsel Praesedium of the Legion of Mary of Holy Rosary Church and other societies. Res .: 197 Newbury St., Law- rence.

PENNISI, REV. IGNATIUS F. (S. J.)-Curate, Holy Trinity Church, 140 Shawmut Ave., Boston. Born San Giovanni La Punta, Catania, Italy, July 8, 1910. Son of Mario J. Pennisi and Carmela Barbagallo. Gradu- ated from Boston College High; Boston College, A.B .; Jesuit Noviciate of N. E. Province of Society of Jesus. After two years of noviciateship and two years of classical studies, he took three year's course in philosophy at Weston (Mass.) College. Appointed ass't dean of men at Boston Col- lege. Studied Theology four years. Ordained by most Rev. Bishop Thomas. A. Emmet S. J., D.D. at Chapel of Holy Spirit, Weston College. In 1944 he went to Our Lady of Martyrs tertianship. At Holy Trinity Church of Boston he is in charge of the Parochial School and Sunday School; di- rector of the altar boys, the Sacred Heart League; master of ceremonies, Boy Scouts and C. Y. O. (See his father's sketch). Rectory: 140 Shaw- mut Ave., Boston.

PENNISI, MARIO J .- Painter and Decorator, 9 Elm St., Lawrence. Born S. Giovanni La Punta, Catania, Italy, July 27, 1878. Son of Ignazio Pennisi and Agata Faro. Educated in public school of his native town,. and served as Royal Carabiniere for eight years. Married Carmela Bar -- bagallo of his native town, July 22, 1908. They came to America in. 1911, settling in Lawrence. Children: Sr. Mary Grace, M.P.V. graduate. of St. Joseph's High School, Pittsfield and Our Lady of the Elms College,. Chicopee; Rev. Ignatius F. Pennisi, S. J., graduate of Boston College High,. St. Stanislaus' Novitiate, Boston College, and Weston College. Ordained at Weston College Chapel, June 12, 1943 and celebrated his first Solemn High Mass at Holy Rosary Church of Lawrence, June 20, 1943; Guy, in -. spector for G. E. Co., attended Berkeley Preparatory School in Boston and completed a vocational course in 1942; John, serving overseas with Engineering Corps since 1942, awarded Purple Heart and Oak Leaf Clus -. ter medals, graduate of Lawrence High, attended Boston University and Pittsburg Institute of Aeronautics; Angelina, defense worker, graduate of Holy Rosary School; Frater Celestine Pennisi O.F.M., graduate of Cen -- tral Catholic High of Lawrence and St. Francis Seminary, West Andover; Salvatore, musician, graduate of Lawrence High. Mr. Pennisi is member“

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of St. Joseph's Society of Holy Rosary Church and in the painting business since his coming to U. S. Res .: 9 Elm St., Lawrence.

PENNUCCI, ALMO PETER-Manager, Vincent N. Bellizia Cinder Co., Somerville. Born Carrara, Italy, Aug. 18, 1895. Son of Andrea Pennucci and Anna Strenta. Graduated from Technical School of Carrara. Came to U. S. in 1909. Attended E. Boston High and Burdett Business College. Served in U. S. Army World War I, later was inspector of marble crosses for the American cemeteries of World War I. Was for number of years marble importer from Italy to U. S. Married Adelaide Bellizia of Arling- ton, April 30, 1927. Children: John A., born April 25, 1930 and Anne A., born Nov. 4, 1931. Member, American Legion. Fond of baseball, golf, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1902, was an outstanding sculpturer in Boston for 40 years. Had the following children: Conrad, graduate of Tufts College, is civil engineer, proprietor of New England Tank and Tower Co .; Almo P .; Alexander, graduate of Tufts College (cum laude) is chemical engineer; and Mrs. Marie Louise Reese, former Boston Public School teacher. Res .: 50 Upland Rd., Somerville.

PENSAVALLE, JOSEPH S. - Businessman. Born Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Italy, June 22, 1899. Son of John Pensavalle and Frances Ci- anci. Educated in the elementary and high schools of his native town. Came to America in 1923, settling in Boston. Married Josephine Cianci of Medford, Oct. 12, 1929. Partner in the Caradonna Packing Co. of Boston since 1933. Formerly a cabinet maker. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America; first president of Canicattini, Bagni Mutual Society of Medford; Northend Citizens' Club. Fond of travelling and music. Served in World War I, Italian Army, awarded the croix de guerre for bravery. His father came to America in 1910, settling in Boston. Res .: 7 Pearl St., Somerville

PENTA, ANTHONY N. - President, Wood and Metal Craft Products Co., 620 Mystic Ave., Somerville. Born Boston, Sept. 12, 1913. Son of Marciano Penta and Virginia Maffei. Graduated, South Boston High and attended Trade Schools. In business with his brother Nicholas since 1939. Mr. Penta also teaches wood and metal craft at the North Bennett St., Industrial School and at Roxbury Boys' Club. Married Adelaide Landi of Boston, Sept. 29, 1938, graduate of Girls' High School. Children: Richard and Robert. Mr. Penta's father was born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston as marble setter, later as businessman. Has the following children: Jennie, a public school teacher; Mary, married to Massie Aiello; Evelyn, married to Attorney Gabriel Piemonte; Anthony N .; Nicholas A .; and Alfred, student for the priesthood of the Franciscan Order at St. Anthony's Seminary of Ketskill, N. Y. Res .: 120 Rogers Ave., Somerville.

PENTA, CONCETTA (Connie)-Secretary, Social Service Credit Union. Born Boston, Sept. 7, 1913. Daughter of Angelo Penta and Celesta Petitti. Graduated from Girls' High School in 1932 and took special courses at the School of Business Administration of Boston University. In the service of the Credit Union since 1932. Miss Penta was among the pro- moters for the study of Italian language at Girls' High School and the first woman president of the Michelangelo School Center. Active member of Revellers of North Bennett St. Industrial School. Has travelled ex- tensively in Italy. Fond of golf, swimming and music. Father, born at San Angelo Allesca, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1885, settling in Boston, engaged in real estate business. Res .: 79 Sagamore Ave., W. Medford.

PENTA, NICHOLAS A .- Partner, Wood and Metal Craft Products Co., 620 Mystic Ave., Somerville. Born Boston, Aug. 13, 1915. Son of Mar- ciano Penta and Virginia Maffei. Graduated from South Boston High School and attended Boston Trade School. In business with his brother

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Anthony since 1939. Married Theresa Caroccio of Hyde Park, June 1, 1940, graduate of Hyde Park High. Children: Virginia and Marshall. Fond of baseball, football, and bocce. Hobby-creating novelties in the field of wood and metal. His father, a native of Taurasi, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston as marble setter, later as busi- nessman, has the following children: Jennie (public school teacher) ; Mary; Evelyn; Anthony N .; Nicholas A .; and Alfred, student for the priesthood of the Franciscan Order. Res .: 27 Water St., Hyde Park. Mass. PENTA, PASQUALE H .- Registered Pharmacist and Assistant Manager of Liggetts Drug Store in Boston. Born Boston, June 7, 1910. Son of Michele Penta and Maria Casola. Graduated from Boston English High School in 1929 and attended the Mass. College of Pharmacy. In the ser- vice of Liggetts since 1937. Married Lena De Simone of E. Boston, May 16, 1940. One son: Robert Edward. Member of Mass. Pharmaceutical Ass'n. Fond of golf, tennis, baseball. Hobby-photography. Father, born in Sant 'Angelo Allesca, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in the early 90's. settling in Boston. Res .: 44 Playstead Road, Newton.

PENTES, PASQUALE-Born Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy, Feb. 27, 1880. Son of Angelo Pentes and Rosina Pagliuca. In U. S. since 1905, was one of the first Italian settlers of Natick. In the service of Dennison Mfg. Co. since 1928. Married Maria Zichella of his native town, Oct. 7, 1904. Children: Michael, with Natick Box and Board Co., is married to Ruth Cowee of Natick; Lena Mary, a graduate of Framingham Business Col- lege, is married to Arnold M. Grant; Andrew, a student of Boston Col- lege for three years is with McFadden Publications, married to Evelyn Ann Ducey of Brighton; Rose Ann, is married to Charles H. Loker, a staff sergt. in U. S. Army; and Josephine E., all have attended Natick High School. Mr. Pentes is member of Order Sons of Italy, Colombo Society and Mutual Relief Society of Framingham. He has a brother, Donato, and a sister Incoronata living in Italy. Res .: 141 No. Main St., Natick, Mass.

PELOSI, ANTONIO, 2nd-Born Frigento, Avellino, Italy, May 3, 1894. Son of Pasquale Pelosi and Carmosina Guerriero. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1911, settling in Brock- ton. In the service of W. L. Douglas Shoe Co. of Brockton as skilled shoe worker since 1911. Mr. Pelosi is former officer and now grand deputy and grand delegate Order Sons of Italy in America, Brockton Lodge. Has held office at Salvini Dramatic Club. Active in civic affairs, deeply inter- ested in welfare of the Italian Colony of Brockton. Has a brother John in Brockton, and a brother Erminio living in Italy. Fond of all sports, lover of art and music. Lives with his uncle Antonio Pelosi who came to America in 1887, was among the early pioneer Italian settlers of Brockton, and one of its most outstanding citizens. Res .: 7 Wall St., Brockton.

PELOSI, MINA OLGA (Mrs.) - Teacher of Piano, Brockton. Born Torino, Italy, April 1, 1887. Daughter of Fiorentino Carmelo and Feli- cita Bianco. Graduated from Pietro a Maiello, Regio Conservatory of Music in Naples. Came to America in 1906, settling in Brockton, where she has since been a teacher of pianoforte. First Italian of Brockton to teach piano. Married. John M. Pelosi, Oct. 3, 1914, who was born in Frigento, Avellino, Italy, May 23, 1891, son of Pasquale Pelosi and Car- mosina Gueriero. Is an expert in the field of shoe making and inventor of the electrical heated boot. He is also active in civic and political affairs. They have one daughter Linnet Phyllis, born May 17, 1917, a graduate of Brockton High and New England Conservatory of Music, is a piano teacher, married to Paul P. Emerick of Brockton, who is in U. S. Navy. Mr. Pelosi has a brother Antonio in Brockton and a brother Erminio in Italy. His late brother Giuseppe, was a prominent professor

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of theology and literature at University of Naples. Res .: 34 David St., Brockton.

PEPE, ALFONSO-Proprietor, Quincy Sq. Barber Shop. Born Maschito, Potenza, Italy, Sept. 24, 1892. Son of Emanuele Pepe and Luisa Tringola. Attended public schools in Italy. Came to America in 1909, settling in Quincy in 1913. In business since 1922. Married Carmela Corbo of East Weymouth, Feb. 3, 1915. Children: Vincent F., born Jan. 12, 1918, a graduate of Quincy High School, is a machinist; Nicholas A., born July 8, 1921, a graduate of Quincy High and Bently School of Accounting and Finance, is an accountant at Credit Union Bethlehem Ship Corp. Mr. Pepe is member of Assoc., Master Barbers' of America. Fond of gardening, travel and grand opera. Has two brothers: Anthony of Jersey City; Pas- quale of Somerville, and a sister Mrs. Carolina Pizzi of East Weymouth. Res .: 16 Bexter St., Quincy.

PEPI, FRANCIS A .- Chiropodist, Podiatrist. Born E. Boston, May 3, 1913. Son of Antonio Pepi and Sofia Frasenga. Graduated: East Boston Higli School in 1931 and Middlesex College of Medicine and Surgery, branch of Podiatry in 1933. In general practice in Boston since 1934, being the first Italo-American chiropodist podiatrist to practice in the city. Member :. Mass. Academy of Podiatry and of Foresters of America. Fond of baseball, fishing, bowling. Father, born in Albanella, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1908, settling in E. Boston, engaged in the barber business for over 35 years. Children: John, a physician in E. Boston ( officer in U. S. Army) and William a funeral undertaker. Office: 453 Washington St., Boston. Res .: 821 Saratoga St., E. Boston.

PEPI, JOHN FRANCIS -Physician and Surgeon. Born Albanella, Salerno, Italy, July 4, 1910. Son of Antonio Pepi and Sofia Frasenga. In America since four months old. Graduated from Boston English High and from Middlesex University School of Medicine in 1935, M.D. Interne at Holy Family hospital and St. Vincent hospital, both of New York, and Boston City hospital out-patient dept. In general practice in East Boston since 1936. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II, major in medical corps, in North Africa, Panama, Walter Reed hospital of Washington and Lovell General hospital of Fort Devens. Member: American Legion, V.F.W., local, state and national medical ass'ns. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel, reading and music. Married to Dorothy Isabel Gillis of Revere, Dec. 5, 1942, graduate of Tufts College. Children: John Anthony and Richard Edward. Dr. Pepi's father came to U. S. in 1908, settling in East Boston. Had following children: John; Francis A., a chiropodist, and William, funeral director. Office: 821 Saratoga St., East Boston. Res .: 356 Beach St., Revere.

PEPI, THERESE EMILY-Registered Nurse, Framingham Community Health Association. Born Framingham, March 22, 1916. Daughter of Louis Pepi and Filomena Viglione. Graduated from Framingham High in 1933, and Union Hospital in 1937. Registered nurse since 1937. Post graduate at Lying-in Hospital of Boston and special courses at Simmons College. Member of Union Hospital Alumni Assoc., and Mass. State Nurse Association. Fond of golf, skating, reading and music. Her father was born in Bonito, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1903, settling in Framingham, where he has since been in the service of N. Y. N. H. & H. R.R. Had the following children: Domenic, a graduate of Northeastern University, is mechanic engineer, now Lieutenant in U. S. Navy Reserve; Rocco, a graduate of Stockbridge State College; Constant, is with Denni- son Mfg. Co .; Joseph, is in U. S. Army overseas; and Rose, is student at Mass. State College. All are graduates of Framingham High School.

PERAGALLO, EDWARD-Department Head of Economics, College of the Holy Cross. Born New York City, Aug. 23, 1908. Son of Bernardo Peragallo and Maria Anna Pellerano. Education: Calasanzio College of Cornigliano Ligure, Genoa, Italy; Columbia University, 1928, B.S., 1929,

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M.S., 1938, Ph.D., C. P. A. State of New York. Professor at College of the Holy Cross, Worcester since 1938. Formerly instructor at Xavia University, Cincinnati, Ohio; and at Catholic University of America, Washington, D. C. Member: American Institute of Accountants, New York State Society of C. P. A., Catholic Economic Assoc., and Columbia University Alumni Assoc. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. Author: "Origin and Evolution of Double Entry Bookkeeping" and "Ori- gin of the Trial Balance". Mr. Peragallo's father was born in Ruta, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. A. in 1894. Address: College of the Holy Cross, Worcester. Res .: 790 Riverside Drive, New York City.

PERALTA, BARTHOLOMEW (Bennie) -Proprietor of Bennie Peralta Shoe Store, 466 Eastern Ave., Lynn. Born Lipari, Messina, Italy, Aug. 30, 1890. Son of Francesco Peralta and Marianna Falanga. Attended, public schools in Lipari. Came to America, Nov. 1, 1905, settling in Lynn, where he worked in the shoe factory for 30 years. In business since 1935. Married Florence A. Nielsen of Lynn, Aug. 18, 1918, grad- uate of Lynn High and of Burdett College. One son: Francis J., born Jan. 10, 1932. Member: Bees Club, Eastern Improvement Ass'n, Amer- ican Legion Post 291 and Post 7. During World War I he volunteered in U. S. Naval Aviation. 71 Addison Ave., Lynn.

PERALTA, FRANCIS J .- Real Estate and Insurance, 7 Willow St., Lynn. Born Lipari, Messina, Italy, March 18, 1886. Son of Francesco Peralta and Marianna Falanga. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1900, settling in Lynn, where he began as shoe worker, later insurance agent with Prudential Insurance Co. Since 1919 has been in real estate and insurance business. Married Mar- garet L. Ruggiero of Lynn, Sept. 5, 1910. Children: Marion, married to Milton O. Quimby; Francis Jordan, lawyer in Lynn; Joseph, dispatcher at General Electric Co .; Marjorie; Lena, married to Henry J. Plourde; and Louise, secretary to her father. All of whom have graduated from Lynn English High School. Mr. Peralta is member of Lynn Real Estate Exchange; Eolia Society of Boston; Bees Club; Order Sons of Italy. Has the following brothers and sisters: Joseph, Lucretia, Bartholomew, An- gelina, and Lucia. Res .: 7 Washburn St., Lynn.

PERELLA, JOHN-Treasurer, National Spray and Brush Painting Co., Inc., Arlington. Born East Boston, April 4, 1914. Son of Pellegrino Perella and Rubina De Matteo. Attended East Boston High School. In business since 1940, specializing in interior and exterior decorating, be- ginning in small way today the Corp. is among the largest in the state. Mr. Perella married Carmela Sacca, Jan. 31, 1937, a graduate of Revere High School. Children: Esther Ann; and John Jr. Fond of baseball, football and boxing. Lover of art, travel and music. His father was born in Province of Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in East Boston, in the employ of the Boston Elevator. Had the following children: Esther; Mrs. Celia De Rosa; Alfonso; Mrs. Rubina Doucette and Mary Losciutto. Res .: 163 Forest St., Reading.

PEREZ, THOMAS FRANK - Physical Therapist. Born in Lawrence, June 20, 1901. Son of Frank Perez and Angela Gullo. Graduated from Phillips Andover Academy in 1919 and attended Tufts College, Boston University and U. S. Veterans' School. In general practice (physical therapist) since 1929. On staff, Boston City Hospital since 1930. Mar- ried Mary Tattersall of Boston, June 2, 1934, a graduate of Boston City Hospital where she later was supervisor. Children: David, born April 20, 1935, and Winnifred, born Jan. 1, 1937. Mr. Perez is fond of travel, amateur movies, art, and music. Also taught evening school for number of years. His father, a native of Province of Tusa, Italy, came to U. S. in 1894. Had the following children: late Angelo, graduate of Harvard '16, was Lieut. in U. S. Army World War I; Mrs. Maria Grazia Montello;

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Joseph; Concetta, graduate N. E. Conservatory of Music, is a gifted lyric soprano; and Thomas Frank. The Perez family is of Spanish origin, which later settled in Italy. They influenced Queen Isabella to help Columbus in his second trip. Later Father Perez became the first Catholic Missionary in the New World. Office and Res .: 48 Garnet Ave., W. Roxbury.

PERELLO, ALFREDO D .- Chef, Hotel Essex, Boston. Born Castel del Giudice, Campobasso, Italy, Nov. 15, 1894. Son of Antonio Perello and Egezzieca Gentile. Came to America in 1910, settling in Boston. Worked as chef in Florida. Chef at Essex Hotel, Boston since 1942. Fond of all sports and a lover of music. Father came to America in 1900, now in Italy. Mr. Perello has a brother, Donato, also chef, a sister Valen- tina (Di Salvo) Boston, a sister and a brother in Italy. Res .: 4 Chicka- tawbut St., Dorchester.

PERFETTI, PAUL-Manager, Alteration Dept., Ware Pratt and Co., Worcester. Born San Giovanni in Fiore, Cosenza, Italy, March 24, 1893. Son of Pasquale Perfetti and Maria Merandi. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, settling in Wor- cester, later attended Northeastern School of Law for three years. Served in U. S. Army overseas, during World War I, as interpreter. In the service of Ware Pratt and Co. of Worcester since 1925. Married to Ida Burki of Medford, Mass., July 1, 1918. She is a native of Switzerland and speaks several languages. Mr. Perfetti is member of the American Legion and Italian Citizens' League. Fond of baseball, fishing, travelling, and classical music. Has the following three brothers: Frank, employed in coal fields in Bellair, Ohio; Joseph, in auto business in Clarksburgh, West Virginia; and Louis of Pittsburgh, Penn. Res .: 1a Mellville St., Worcester.

PERINI, B. & SONS, INC. - 73 Montwait Ave., Framingham, Louis R., president; Charles B., vice-president; and Joseph R., treasurer. Among most outstanding general contractors in the Bay State. Part owners, Boston Braves; builders of East Boston Air Port; proprietors coal mines in Pennsylvania. Parents natives of North Italy. Came to U. S. in late 90's.

PERLA, DOMENICO-Proprietor, Perla Restaurant, 207 Central St., Leominster. Born Pretari, Ascoli Piceno, Italy, Feb. 17, 1897. Son of Salvatore Perla and Maddalena Bracani. Educated in the public school of his native town. Canie to America in 1913, settling in Leominster. In business since 1932. Married Maria Trenta of Jersey City, N. J., Jan. 3, 1924. Children: Louis, in U. S. Army; Anna, a graduate of Leominster High School; Salvatore, Giulio, Richard, Madeline are students. Mr. Perla is member of Saladini Club. Fond of baseball, bocce, golf, travel and music. Has a brother, Rocco, living in Leominster. Res .: 207 Central St., Leominster.

PERNA, JOSEPH - Tonsorialist. Born Monteverde, Avellino, Italy, Jan. 27, 1882. Son of Angelo Perna and Carmela Ricciardi. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1900. Lived in Concord, N. H. In the barber buiness in Waltham since 1920. Married Rachel Mangone of Dorchester, Aug. 29, 1918. Children: Angelo, grad- uate of Waltham High, member of varsity football team, attended Tufts College, mechanic; George, attended Northeastern University, supt. at Norwood Airplane Plant, also an outstanding coach in the theatrical field; Albert, graduate of Middlesex University School of Podiatry, Lieut. in U. S. Army Air Corps, pilot; Mary Carolyn, married to Francis J. Vanaria and Margaret, both sisters are beauticianists. Mr. Perna is pres. of local Barber's Union, No. 711 and member of Order of Eagles. His father came to America in 1920. Had the following children: Joseph, Bernard, Mrs. Emilia Loreti, and Mrs. Virginia Gervasio. Res .: 571 Main St., Waltham.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 94

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