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Mr. Weinstein married, in 1913, Ida Swiling, of Woodbine, New Jersey, daughter of Meyer and Zena Swiling, and they have two children: Mildred and Walter. Since coming to Long Branch, Mr. Wein- stein has joined the Young Men's Hebrew Associa- tion. He is held in high esteem by this association and was elected its treasurer in 1920, serving two terms.
FRANK BUNGOSDY-Among the executives connected with the many thriving industries of port, is Frank Bungosdy, a member of.f
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Skirt Company, one of the rapidly growing tailoring concerns of the borough. Mr. Bungosdy is a son of Frank Bungosdy, who was born in Hungary, in 1840, and is now deceased. He was also a tailor by occupation. He married Elizabeth Balenth, who was born in 1841, and is still living, at the age of eighty years.
Frank Bungosdy, son of Frank and Elizabeth (Balenth) Bungosdy, was born in Hungary, Novem- ber 22, 1875. After a limited education in his na- tive land, he was apprenticed as a ladies' tailor, serving an apprenticeship of four years. He fol- lowed this occupation in Hungary for a period of twelve years, then emigrated to America, arriving on this side November 13, 1905. He located first in New York City, where he was employed as ladies' tailor for five years, then as foreman in the same branch of industry for six years. At the end of that time he purchased an interest in the Keyport Skirt Company, thereby becoming a partner in the business. He has since been continuously identified, in an active capacity, with the progress of this concern, and is now a prominent man in the com- munity. Mr. Bungosdy, since becoming a citizen of his adopted country, has supported the Repub- lican party in all political affairs. His religious faith is that of the Roman Catholic.
On May 11, 1901, in Hungary, Mr. Bungosdy mar- ried Rose Zatyko, daughter of Michael and Susan (Kovalcsik) Zatyko. Her father died in 1904, but her mother is still living, at the age of eighty-five years. Mr. and Mrs. Bungosdy have one daughter, Anna Rose, born in Hungary, July 26, 1904, who is a finely accomplished musician.
SOL OGLENSKY was born in Russia, July 20, 1891, and is a son of Isaac and Rose Charlotte Oglensky. Mr. Oglensky's parents were both Rus- sian by birth. His father is living, but his mother is dead.
Mr. Oglensky received his early education in the public schools of Russia. He continued his studies after coming to this country and completed a course of study at the Freehold Public School. After his studies were completed, Mr. Oglensky, having de- cided to become a jeweler, obtained employment in that trade for the purpose of acquiring a thor- ough knowledge of jewels and jewelry craftsman- ship. He spent three years in this manner and then, in 1914, established himself in business as an independent jeweler at Freehold, New Jersey, where he has built up an extensive and profitable busi- ness.
Mr. Oglensky is an orthodox Jew and belongs to the synagogue at Freehold. In politics, he is an Independent. He is a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and belongs to the Long Branch Lodge of that order. He also belongs to the Improved Order of Red Men, and is a mem- ber of the Workmen's Circle.
He married May Rosenfeld, of Newark, New Jer- sey, September 5, 1914, in New York City. Mrs. Oglensky is a daughter of Hyman and Lena Ruth
Rosenfeld, both of whom were born in Rusche. I and Mrs. Oglensky have no children.
BERNARD L. KATSIN-One of the most a terprising business men of Red Bank, New Jenth, is Bernard L. Katsin, whose success as a pharmacist has placed him among the leading men of the borough.
Mr. Katsin was born in Albany, New York, i the year 1889, and is a son of Harris and Foni (Katzman) Katsin, of that city, both natives d Russia. As a boy he attended the public schock Albany, acquiring a practical foundation for li career. Entering a drug store, as an employee : an early age, he made a thorough study of thi business, which he is making his life work. Hel came a registered pharmacist in the State of lu Jersey in 1914, then came to Red Bank, in 10181 embark in business for himself. Almost withw capital, he managed to gather together money to buy out his present pharmacy, tim ! struggling enterprise in the last throes of eristas With his unbounded energy and progressive bem methods, he infused new life into the busines, al has developed it from a point from, when sons # lars per day covered the business handled in nel numbers, to an annual business of $40,000.
This interest, which is located at No. 15 Bra street, Mr. Katsin sold in December, 1920, (reta ing possession until May, 1921), and purchased : desirable plot, where he erected an attractive m building, twenty-five by seventy-five feet in us a two-story structure, with offices on the mcal floor. This location is on Monmouth street, posite the railway station, and here he will estal lish a new pharmacy, fully complete and up-to-de in every particular, carrying a comprehensive En of drugs, sundries, specialties, etc. This new va ture represents an investment of $30,000, and is th concrete achievement, won by three years' inta sive application towards a definite objective pois
Mr. Katsin holds a leading position in the in ternal world of Red Bank. He is a member of th New Jersey Pharmaceutical Society; is a member Mystic Brotherhood Lodge, No. 21, Free and At cepted Masons; of Hiram Chapter, No. 1, Ropa Arch Masons; of Field Council, Royal and Selec Masters; and is also a member of the Benevoles and Protective Order of Elks, of Red Bank; of the Loyal Order of Moose; and the Moder Woodmen of the World.
Mr. Katsin married, June 21, 1921, Miss Henriet Sternheim, of New York City, and resides at !! Waverly place, Red Bank, New Jersey.
LOUIS ROTTENBERG-As the head of t Keyport Skirt Company, Louis Rottenberg is ber ing a very practical part in the progress and pre perity of the borough of Keyport. Mr. Rottenbet is a son of Morris and Sally (Katz) Rottenbed both natives of Hungary. His father, who born in December, 1848, is now retired from active business. The mother was born in 1833.
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Louis Rottenberg was born in Nyiregyhaza, Hun- gary, August 5, 1877. Covering the elementary course in the public schools of his native land, he also attended high school, and later took a course at one of the standard business colleges of Hun- gary. His first employment was as a bookkeeper, and he held that position for a period of eight years. In 1902, at the age of twenty-four years, he came to America, securing employment at once in a garment factory as cutter. He continued at this work for ten years, then in 1918 started in busi- ness for himself in New York City. In 1916, with three years metropolitan experience behind him as a manufacturing tailor, he came to Keyport, and established the Keyport Skirt Company, which from the first has been a growing concern, and is one of the significant business enterprises of the bor- ough. In the various interests of the community Mr. Rottenberg is taking a constructive part. Politically he is a staunch supporter of the Re- publican party. He is a director on the Borough Building and Loan Association, of Keyport, and broadly interested in every movement which tends to advance the welfare of the community. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias and of the Repub- lican Club. He and his family are members of the Hebrew Temple, Keyport.
On March 6, 1904, Mr. Rottenberg married Han- nah Friedman, daughter of Jacob and Bertha (Gold- berger) Friedman, of New York City, both born in Hungary. Mr. and Mrs. Rottenberg have two sons, both born in New York City: Edward, born Octo- ber 6, 1905; Herbert, born November 21, 1909.
JOSEPH SIEGEL-Joseph Siegel's cleaning and dyeing establishment on Front street, Keyport, is a well known and reliable place. He came to the United States in 1903 from Vilno, Russia, where he was born, the son of Julius and Gussey (Sclar) Siegel. Julius Siegel died three years before his son came over here. His wife now lives in New York City. They were the parents of seven children.
After attending a private school at Vilno, Joseph Siegel learned the business of tailoring from his father, and reaching this country he continued at his trade in New York City for six years, going from there to Indianapolis, Indiana, where he es- tablished his own tailoring business and remained ten years. At the end of that time he returned to New York, where he remained a year, and then moved to Keyport, where he permanently estab- lished himself. Mr. Siegel is an Odd Fellow and also a member of the Workmen's Circle in New York.
In New York City, in 1909, Joseph Siegel mar- ried Anna Liphsitz, who was born at Volckonisk, Russia, the daughter of Israel and Mary (Adoff) Liphsitz, both of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Siegel are the parents of three sons: Julius, born November 23, 1909; William, born February 25, 1912; Samuel, born September 16, 1915.
ANTONIO ASCHETTINO was born at Laura, Italy, January 14, 1876, and is a son of Carmen
and Assunta Aschettino. His father was a black- smith. He has one brother.
Mr. Aschettino received his early education in the public schools of Italy. After graduating from school, he began to learn the trade of a carpenter. He learned the trade thoroughly in all its branches. mill work, bench work and general carpentry. In 1890, Mr. Aschettino came to the United States. He obtained employment and worked at his trade in shops and various other establishments until 1897, when he moved to Long Branch and established him- self in business. One of the first commissions he received, after establishing himself at Long Branch, was the building of a new porch for the Takanassee Hotel, to which he also added a new floor. Mr. Aschettino is a general contractor and builder, and be has built many fine dwellings, some under con- tract and some for himself with a view to their future sale. He has acquired an enviable reputa- tion as a capable business man of high character.
Mr. Aschettino is a Catholic and belongs to the Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Long Branch. In politics, he is a Republican. He is a member of the Sons of Italy and also belongs to the Monument of Laura.
He married Jennie Grazziano, March. 6, 1896. Mr. and Mrs. Aschettino have nine children: Frank, Albert, who is engaged with his father in the con- tracting business; Virginia, Assunta, Carmella, Al- fred, Armond, Humbert, and Angelo.
ANGELO D. PINGITORE, decorator, of Long Branch and Red Bank, New Jersey, was born May 16, 1887, in Italy, son of Joseph and Pauline (To- maine) Pingitore. In 1905 he came to the United States and received private instruction in Long Branch schools. His first occupation in this coun- try was that of a gardener, which trade he fol- lowed for four years, going then to Easton, Penn- sylvania, where he worked in the silk mills for four months. On returning to Long Branch, Mr. Pingitore was for fourteen months employed in various capacities, and at the end of this time en- gaged in the painting and decorating business on his own account. He has completed eleven success- ful years in this business and has established an enviable reputation for the high class quality of his work and his uprightness in business. Mr. Pingitore is a Republican. Fraternally, he is a member of the Royal Arcanum and an honorary member of the Eagle Fife and Drum Corps.
He married at Long Branch, October 23, 1910, Duslina Mazza, born March 7, 1891, daughter of Peter and Concetta (Alberta) Mazza, of Italy. Their children are: Pauline, born January 16, 1912; Concetta, born May 30, 1918; Angelina, born No- vember 3, 1915; Joseph, born February 4, 1916.
ROCCA A. FARUOLO, one of the progressive citizens of Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, is a native son of Italy, where he was born January 19, 1886, and May 1, 1901, came to the United States. His parents were Michael and Sabata (Sagarese) Faruolo. The father died April 2, 1904, and was
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survived by his wife until June 4, 1920. The first employment found by Mr. Faruolo in this country was as an employe of the Ferry Boat Company on the East river, where he worked for two years, and then became interested in the shoe business. He worked as a clerk in New York City for several years, and also in New Brunswick, New Jersey, soon returning again to New York City. The water attracted him strongly and he secured a position on the Sandy Hook boat from New York City to Atlantic Highlands. It was while engaged in this work that he became acquainted with the possi- bilities, awaiting those sufficiently imbued with am- bition, in the progressive community of the High- lands. He located there and for three years was employed by Joseph Caruso. In 1908 he was in a position to engage in the shoe business on his own account, and each succeeding year has increased his success. Mr. Faruolo has also purchased his own home in Atlantic Highlands, situated on Center avenue, and he is among the prominent citizens there. He is a Republican in politics and a mem- ber of St. Agnes' Club.
He married, October 29, 1912, in New York City, Teresa Savuretti, born in Italy, February 1, 1887, daughter of Battista and Rose Savuretti, both na- tives of Italy. With his wife Mr. Faruolo attends and aids in the support of the Catholic church.
GEORGE De FAZIO-One of the enterprising young men of Long Branch is George De Fazio, who came to this country as a young lad and is mak- ing a success as a tailor, in partnership with his father. He is a son of Louis and Marie Antonia De Fazio, his father being well known as a tailor in this vicinity.
George De Fazio was born in Alexandria, Egypt, April 9, 1888, and received his education in the French schools of Alexandria. After spending three months in Italy, the family came to the United States in 1901, and coming at once to Monmouth county, New Jersey, settled permanently in Long Branch. From his first residence here the father worked at his trade as a tailor, soon establishing his own business. Meanwhile George, who is now his father's partner, learned the trade with his father, and became highly skilled in the art. After a time the young man entered the employ of Fred Richards, also a prominent Long Branch tailor, to gain the breadth of experience impossible in a single establishment, then in 1911 returned to the De Fazio shop. In 1917, Mr. De Fazio was camp tailor at Camp Vail, New Jersey, and still conducts the shop there, where he employs two other skilled tailors, also retaining his interest in the Long Branch shop, his father having largely turned over the management to him.
In fraternal circles Mr. De Fazio is prominent, being a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and of the Improved Order of Red Men. Politically he holds independent views, and his re- ligious faith is that of a Roman Catholic.
Of Mr. De Fazio's brothers, two are in le ness in Long Branch-Antonio being a florist and nurseryman, a sketch of whom appears on amodr page; and Arthur, a sketch of whom follow.
ARTHUR De FAZIO-Gaining his knowledge d his chosen work as he was able to make his ra opportunities while engaged in another occupati, Arthur De Fazio has won his way to definite cess, and is carrying forward a prosperous and an ing business. Mr. De Fazio is a son of Lox al Marie Antonia De Fazio, his father a well kus tailor of Long Branch.
Arthur De Fazio was born in Alexandria, Ron October 11, 1894, lived in Italy for a short tim then in 1901 came to the United States. The fat coming directly to Long Branch, he attended f schools here. He began to work at an early au his first position being with W. G. Eisele, the foot with whom he remained for a period of fourin years, during the greater part of that time woli only in the summers. Meanwhile he was employd in a garage in the winters, and in the course di few years gained a thoroughly practical knowles of automobile repairing. Then entering the room employ of the Ideal Garage, in Long Branch, & De Fazio continued with them until he estaban! his own business in 1917. He is building a la garage 150 ft. x 118 ft. on Broadway, and putt in the most modern equipment; he does all kind of automobile repairing, and is handling a very e tensive business. Besides he has an agency for Velie and Essex cars, on Morrell and Washingh streets, Long Branch.
In the public life of the community Mr. De Fra is broadly interested, but while he supports Republican party, he takes no leading part in cin affairs. He is a member of the Ben Hur Societ and of the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church
Mr. De Fazio married, June 24, 1917, Frua Frankenal, and they are the parents of three litu sons: Louis, Frank and Anthony. Mr. De Faziol four brothers, two of whom, both older than his self, are in business in Long Branch: George, I tailor, whose sketch precedes this; and Antonio, I florist, of further mention on another page in th work.
JOSEPH CARILLO - Among the aggressi business men of Red Bank city, Mr. Carillo occupin a conspicuous place. As a citizen, also, he is wide ly and favorably known, being always ready > assist in any movement, having for its object th promotion of the public welfare, and the cause d enlightened municipal government.
Joseph Carillo was born November 17, 1873, Pem'nce, Italy, and is a son of Nicholas and Look (Saeraress) Carillo, the former, who was also i native of Naples, having been engaged in the whole sale fruit business. Mr. Carillo died in 1915, ₺ his native city, being then seventy-two years ci: The education of Joseph Carillo was received a the common schools of Naples, and it was in ths
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city that he learned the business of a custom tailor. In 1898 he emigrated to the United States, and in 1910 came to Red Bank city, where he estab- lished himself in his present business, that of a high-class custom tailor. Being industrious, ener- getic and far-sighted and perfectly understanding the requirements of his calling, he has met with a satisfactory measure of prosperity and is now at the head of an establishment which is one of the leaders of its kind in the city.
In the sphere of politics, Mr. Carillo adheres to the Republican party, always, however, holding in- dependent views on public questions. He is a stock- holder in the Red Bank Trust Company. His fra- ternal affiliations are with the Caribaltine Society and he is honorary president of the Holy Name Society. He is one of the leading members of the local Italian Roman Catholic Church of Red Bank. Mr. Carillo has proved that he possesses the neces- sary qualifications of a successful business man and the essential attributes of a useful citizen. He has made a place for himself among the valued resi- dents of his community.
CHARLES NAGY, merchant tailor, of Highlands, New Jersey, has traveled over the entire world fol- lowing his occupation, and very few men attain his linguistic ability. He can speak fourteen languages, and has spent considerable time in the countries of Egypt, Jerusalem, France, Italy, Greece and Ger- many.
Mr. Nagy was born July 23, 1875, in Nyavad, Hun- gary, son of Charles Nagy, a blacksmith, and Rosalia (Chasch) Nagy, and was one of a family of six children. The early educational facilities of Mr. Nagy were the best afforded in his native section, and he attended the public and high schools there, soon after apprenticing himself to learn the trade of tailor. After mastering this occupation he started to travel as a journeyman tailor, and in the course of the following years visited all the principal countries of the Old World. In 1904 Mr. Nagy came to the United States and for two years was located on Fifth avenue, New York City, thence removing, in 1906, to Highlands, where he engaged in business on his own account and has now com- pleted sixteen very successful years, having among his customers many of the leading residents of that place.
While in Hungary Mr. Nagy served for seven years in the army and held the rank of lieutenant. In politics he is an Independent, and supports the candidate he believes in. Mr. Nagy attends the Methodist church and aids in the support of its charities.
Mr. Nagy married, in May, 1900, at Pressburg, Hungary, Barbara Nagy, and her death occurred in 1914.
CHARLES PODELL was born at Elizabethgrat, Russia, and is a son of Bernard and Edith Podell. Mr. Podell has five brothers and two sisters.
He was educated in the public schools of Russia.
After his graduation from high school, Mr. Podell entered the office of a lumber dealer as a clerk and spent three years in that position. In 1904 he came to the United States and became a resident of New York City, where he entered the field of the needle trades, and made a thorough study of dry goods manufacturing. He became a manufac- turer of raincoats while he lived in New York City, but in 1913 he moved to Long Branch, New Jersey, and opened a factory for the manufacture of ladies' silk waists, at Rockwell avenue and Broadway. He maintained his business at that address for three years and then moved to his present location at No. 355 Broadway. The factory building he now oc- cupies was built especially for him and is a modern one in every respect. Mr. Podell employs fifty wo- men workers, and sells his product through a broker. He has built up a large and prosperous business through his industry and energy, and has acquired an enviable reputation among his associates and ac- quaintances in the business world.
In politics Mr. Podell is an Independent. He is a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He has never married.
LOUIS COLANER was born in Italy, August 24, 1881, a son of Benedict and Laura (Denezze) Col- aner. His father was born in Italy. His mother is still living.
Mr. Colaner received his early education in the public schools of Italy. In the year 1890, Mr. Colaner, having decided to leave Italy and seek his fortune in a new country, came to the United States. He found employment in various places and worked at various occupations until the year 1899, when he settled at Freehold, New Jersey. He established himself in the garage business at Free- hold, and this venture proving successful he has continued in it ever since. Mr. Colaner is also the owner of the Monmouth Truck, which he assembles and sells at his establishment at Freehold. He has acquired an enviable reputation in the business world of Monmouth county, and is well known throughout the neighborhood. He is a Catholic. He is a member of the Benevolent und Protective Order of Elks. In politics, he is an Independent.
Mr. Colaner married Mary Agnes Scanlon at Freehold, January 27, 1904. She was born at Marl- boro, New Jersey, died July 2, 1917, a daughter of Patrick Scanlon. Mr. and Mrs. Colaner have seven children: Harry, born at Freehold, January 4, 1905; Helen, Joseph, Laura, Louis, Rose and Paul, all of whom were born at Freehold.
FRANK SKLAR was born in Russia, December 15, 1876, and is a son of Louis and Rebecca (Kahn) Sklar. Mr. Sklar's parents were both born in Russia.
Mr. Sklar received his early education in the public schools of Russia. In 1893, after having completed his studies, he decided to leave Russia and seek his fortune in a new country. According- ly, he came to the United States and obtained em-
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ployment as a butcher. In 1916, he settled at Key- port, New Jersey, and established himself in busi- ness as an independent butcher. He has met with complete success in this business and still conducts his establishment at Keyport. Mr. Sklar is an orthodox Hebrew and belongs to the synagogue. In politics he is an Independent.
Mr. Sklar married Elizabeth Malamud at Perth Amboy, New Jersey, September 22, 1900. Mrs. Sklar was born in Russia and is a daughter of Solo- mon and Tillie Malamud. Her father is now dead. Mr. and Mrs. Sklar have two sons: Solomon Sklar, who was born in New York City, May 2, 1905, and who is named after his maternal grandfather; and Ralph Sklar, who was born at Perth Amboy, New Jersey, December 15, 1912.
BENEDICT J. NEIMARK was born in Russia, October 28, 1882, and is a son of Jashia and Ida (Pawzner) Neimark. He is one of a family of six children and has two sisters and three brothers. His father, who was a merchant, was born in Russia. The elder Mr. Neimark was killed during the riots which took place in Russia in the year 1906. Mr. Neimark's mother, who was born in Russia, is now dead.
Mr. Neimark came to the United States on De- cember 23, 1903, and in the following year settled at Long Branch, New Jersey, where he found em- ployment in the grocery business. He remained at Long Branch for five years and then moved, in 1908, to Highlands, where he presently established him- self in the grocery business as an independent mer- chant. He has met with success and has built up a prosperous business. He is well known through- out the business community and has acquired an enviable reputation as a public-spirited and indus- trious citizen.
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