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Hello,
I recently obtained old divorce records from:
[
State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Supreme Court
Judicial Records Center
5 Hill Street
Pawtucket, Rhode Island, 02860.
My contact there was Andrew Smith <absmith(a)courts.ri.gov>
Good luck.
Anita
May 18, 2010, at 8:55 AM, HHSCTC(a)aol.com wrote:
> The divorce records used to be kept at an archives located at 2 Hill
> Street
> in Pawtucket.
> Helen
>
>
> In a message dated 5/17/2010 4:52:27 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
> jayghkub(a)coastalnet.com writes:
>
> Try Providence City Hall Archives, 5th floor, 25 Dorrance St.,
> Providence,
> RI 02903; telephone 401-421-7740, ext. 314, 315.
> Jeannine
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rigenweb-bounces(a)rootsweb.com [mailto:rigenweb-bounces@rootsweb.com
> ]
> On Behalf Of Phil Alling
> Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 1:38 PM
> To: RIGENWEB(a)rootsweb.com
> Subject: [RI] Divorce Records - Providence
>
> Could someone advise me where to find divorce records for
> Providence? The
> divorce was filed in 1896 and finalized by the Supreme Court -
> Appellate
> Division in 1898. I will be in Rhode Island next week on a
> research trip.
>
>
>
> Thank you in advance.
>
>
>
> Phil Alling
>
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Hi,
There was a family named Pierce, Oliver and Samuel were their names, I
think. In 1825 they were in Putnam Co., Ohio, or Allen Co., Ohio. This is
something you might want to check out. Beverly W
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Subject: [RI] Samuel Pierce Sr & JR.
Does anyone have any info on Samuel Pierce Sr and Jr. that was living
in Bristol Co. in 1790. I'm sure that is my family but have not been
able to fine anything on them. Please help.
Thanks,
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abstracted from
Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 20 - 21.
"VENERINE MAESTRE PIE
Many Catholics of Rhode Island have little knowledge of the numerous
and varied activities of the Italian Catholic Schools. To our
non-Catholic brethren it is hardly known. It seems proper and fitting
that those who are interested in the educational progress and growth
of our youth should be acquainted with the accomplishments of
twenty-five years by the nuns of the Maestre Pie Venerine of St.
Ann's Parochial School.
The Religious Order of the Maestre Pie Venerini has had a very
distinguished and unusual history. It was founded in Italy back in
1685 by Mother Rosa Venerini. Her purpose was the education of poor
girls who at that time were denied the benefit of a public school education.
On January 19, 1914, the late Monsignor Bove opened a 'Day Nursery'
and placed the nuns of the Maestre Pie Venerini in charge of it. On
January 28, 1917, a majestic Parochial School was also erected by the
late Monsignor Bove, and the nuns of the Maestre Pie Venerini were
placed in charge of the teaching of the Italian language.
In the short space of twenty-five year, the sisters of the Pie
Venerini have achieved a wonderful success in promoting religious and
moral training among the Italian youth of St. Ann's parish.
When Monsignor Bove started the work in 1914, it was in charge of
Mother Superior Augusta Setaccioli. It is now headed by Mother
Superior Santina Funchini, ably assisted by five nuns of the
Religious Order. In 1940 nearly 130 students received instruction in
the Italian language. The 'Day Nursery' had an attendance of nearly
50 children.
The splendid work of these nuns of the Maestre Pie Venerini find
recognition in the deep love of their students and the mere knowledge
that because of their work they are better men and women than they
might otherwise have been."
abstracted from
Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 19 - 20.
"IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH, Westerly, R. I.
The Italian people of Westerly constitute a group numerically very
importing, representing more than one-third of its entire population.
The current of Italian population in that part of Rhode Island
started in the late 80's and reached its peak during the World War.
Most of the immigrants were from Calabria, a few from Lombarday,
Avellino and Sicily.
In 1907 the Italians had augmented to such a degree as to receive the
attention of the superior of the Church of the Immaculate Conception
in Westerly, which church was first to inaugurate a decisive and
practical project for the spiritual welfare of the Italians of
Westerly. This plan took shape in appointing the first duly
authorized Italian priest, now as then under the caption of the
Church of the Immaculate Conception.
Rev. Henry Bruno, S. M., the first Italian priest ever to work among
his people of Westerly, was born at San Martino Di Rosignano,
Province of Alessandria, Italy, August 22, 1879, the son of Pietro
and Ermelinda (Miglietta) Bruno. His education has been the
following: Marist Apostolic School at Cavagnolo, Province of Turin,
Italy, 1896 - 1899; Marist Novitiate, at Lyons, France, 1900 - 1902;
Marist College, Washington, D. C., 1903 - 1906; St Mary's College,
Van Buren, Maine, 1906-1907.
He was ordained to the priesthood in the Church of St. Bruno at Van
Buren, Maine, on May 1, 1907. After his ordination he was assigned as
assistant pastor to the Church of the Immaculate Conception in
Westerly, R. I., and placed in charge of its large and growing
Italian population. He has held this position every since.
Since assuming the permanent care of the spiritual welfare of the
Italians of Westerly, the Italian section of the Church of the
Immaculate Conception has made extraordinary progress. The parish now
contains nearly 3800 Italians and nearly 200 children of Italian
extraction attend its Sunday school. Rev. Bruno's activities are not
confined to the ordinary routine work of a parish priest. He has
established a number of well developed religious societies and clubs
for all purposes: Society of Madonna Del Carmine, for men. Society
Delle Madri Cristiane, for women; Society Di Santa Teresa Del Bambino
Gesu, for young ladies; Circolo Missionario, for both men and women,
devoted to the advancement of foreign missions.
Rev. Bruno has spent nearly 33 years serving the Italians of
Westerly, and he is highly esteemed both within and without his own
parish, and in a progressive, public-spirited way aids in the
betterment of the community."
In most cases, at least in a legal sense, this is the age of adulthood.
That is 18 in the U. S., but varies somewhat elsewhere.
David E. Cann
decann(a)infionline.net
-----Original Message-----
From: rigenweb-bounces(a)rootsweb.com [mailto:rigenweb-bounces@rootsweb.com]
On Behalf Of A.Harney
Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2010 8:18 AM
To: rigenweb(a)rootsweb.com
Cc: beth.hurd(a)cox.net
Subject: [RI] Fuill Maturity
Wonder how one knows when one is in his / her full maturity!
>1931. Mgr. Anthony Bove died in his full maturity on December 14, 1931.
Thanks for your work, Beth!
Ann
Wonder how one knows when one is in his / her full maturity!
>1931. Mgr. Anthony Bove died in his full maturity on December 14, 1931.
Thanks for your work, Beth!
Ann
abstracted from
Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 19.
"CHURCH OF MADONNA DEL CARMINE, Bristol, R. I.
1916. Rev. Joseph Poia, belonging to the pious congregation of Saint
Carlo, first established the Church of Madonna Del Carmine in
Bristol, on November 1, 1916.
1917. The first Mass was celebrated in an improvised church on January 7, 1917.
1931. Rev. Guiseppe Sorzana, a native of Cuneo, Italy, appointed
pastor. He has held the pastorate ever since.
Bristol has 3400 Italo-Americans. They now have a beautiful and
spacious church in the vicinity of the park. Rev. Sorzano as pastor
of the Church of Madonna Del Carmine has established in connection
with his church a number of well developed religious activities: Holy
Name Society, 240 members; Holy Rosary Society, made up of women, 200
members; Altar Society, 65 members; St. Rita Club, 50 members;
Daughters of St. Mary, 40 members.
Rev. Sorzana has spent nine years in Bristol, a beautiful and
historical town containing a large Italian population. The Church of
Madonna Del Carmine in Bristol, is without doubt, one of the most
important Italian parishes in Rhode Island, and Father Sorzana
deserves a great deal of credit for work which he has done in
bringing it to its present flourishing stage."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 18 - 19.
"OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL CHURCH.
On Brayton avenue and Spruce street.
1920. Holy Ghost parish was divided by Rt. Rev. Bishop Hickey and the
new parish of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was established.
1920. Rev. Nicola Armento was appointed first pastor. For three
months he celebrated Holy Mass in the basement of the Cathedral.
1921. Bishop Hickey purchased the Benevolence Hall on the corner of
Spruce street and Brayton avenue, as a site for the erection of a new church.
1921. Masses were said in the new temporary church.
1925. The corner stone for this new church was laid with appropriate
ceremonies on April 26, 1925, by Bishop Hickey.
1930. Rev. Louis D'Aleno was appointed pastor in April, 1930.
Rev. D'Aleno, the present pastor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church,
was born in Providence, on February 3, 1897, the son of Michele and
Teodolinda (Leonelli) D'Aleno, both natives of Frosolone, Province of
Campobasso, Italy.
Father D'Aleno was educated in the Providence public schools, La
Salle Academy, St. Charles' College, Catonsville, Md.,; St. Mary's
Seminary, Baltimore, Md.; Seminario Pontificio Romano Maggiore, Rome,
Italy. Ordained at St. John the Lateran, Rome, April 19, 1924. In
1928 he was appointed administrator of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church,
and in April, 1930, became its pastor.
Father D'Aleno is serving with sincerity and devotion, and is much
beloved by the people of his parish."
abstracted from
Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 18.
"ST. ANN'S CHURCH.
One of the greatest Italian churches in New England.
1895. Through the efforts of Rev. Paolo Novati, Pastor of Holy Ghost
Church, St. Ann's Mission was organized. Rev. Triolo was named as
curate, who remained there in charge until 1901.
1901. Rev. Anthony Bove was placed in charge on December 6, 1901.
1906. The mission was declared a parish.
1907. Rev. Anthony Bove was appointed its first pastor.
1909. Corner stone of the present church was laid.
1910. The new church dedicated by Bishop Harkins.
1917. A large parochial school was dedicated by Most Rev. John
Bonzano, Apostolic Delegate to the United States.
1931. Mgr. Anthony Bove died in his full maturity on December 14, 1931.
1933. Rev. Beni Di Mascolo was appointed pastor on February 24, 1933
becoming the successor of the late Mgr. Bove.
Rev. Beni Di Mascolo, present pastor of St. Ann's Church, was born in
Itri, Province of Rome, Italy, April 4, 1896, the son of Gaetano and
Maria Civita (Cardi) Di Mascolo. In the United States since 1904.
Educated at La Salle Academy (gr. 1915); St. Charles' College,
Baltimore, Md., (gr. 1917); St. Bernard's Seminary, Rochester, N. Y.
(gr. 1921); Seminario Maggiore, Rome, Italy. Ordained in Rome by H.
E. Cardinal Pompili, March 31, 1923. Pastor, St. Ann's Church,
Providence, since February 24, 1933.
Formerly assistant with Mons. Cav. Uff. Anthony Bove at St. Ann's
Church, 1924 - 27 and pastor of St. Anthony's Church, Woonsocket, R.
I., 1927 - 33. Organized the only Italian church in Woonsocket; built
there a new beautiful church and rectory; led that Italian community
to a high standard of religious, educational and social life; was
preparing to provide that progressive community with a convent of
Italo-American Sisters and a Parochial school when promoted to his
present position. In his new parish he continued and developed the
splendid work of his predecessor; improved the building and
properties of the Parish; increased and expanded its organization;
started and encouraged a new youth movement; founded the Bove
Memorial as a social center; fostered all kinds of patriotic
endeavors; promoted the teaching of the Italian language to the
children of his Parish.
A leader in all civic and patriotic movements, and his unselfish
devotion to his parish has brought stupendous rewards in growth and
progress, and won him a high place in the esteem of the community."
The divorce records used to be kept at an archives located at 2 Hill Street
in Pawtucket.
Helen
In a message dated 5/17/2010 4:52:27 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
jayghkub(a)coastalnet.com writes:
Try Providence City Hall Archives, 5th floor, 25 Dorrance St., Providence,
RI 02903; telephone 401-421-7740, ext. 314, 315.
Jeannine
-----Original Message-----
From: rigenweb-bounces(a)rootsweb.com [mailto:rigenweb-bounces@rootsweb.com]
On Behalf Of Phil Alling
Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 1:38 PM
To: RIGENWEB(a)rootsweb.com
Subject: [RI] Divorce Records - Providence
Could someone advise me where to find divorce records for Providence? The
divorce was filed in 1896 and finalized by the Supreme Court - Appellate
Division in 1898. I will be in Rhode Island next week on a research trip.
Thank you in advance.
Phil Alling
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Could someone advise me where to find divorce records for Providence? The
divorce was filed in 1896 and finalized by the Supreme Court - Appellate
Division in 1898. I will be in Rhode Island next week on a research trip.
Thank you in advance.
Phil Alling
I'm trying to find birth record of my grgrgrandmother Phoebe or Phebe Terry. Born 1794 in RI. I think her parents were Philip and Betsy (Mason) Terry of Swansea Ma. Are the three towns mentioned above close to Swansea Ma? The Terry family moved to NY probably about 1800 and she was born on the way maybe. Any help appreciated. M.E. jsorensen4(a)cfl.rr.com
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 17 - 18.
"HOLY GHOST MARKS GOLDEN JUBILEE
The golden jubilee of Holy Ghost Church, Atwells avenue and Knight
street, 'mother church' in this diocese of upward of 100,000
residents of Italian extraction, was observed on Sunday, November 19,
1939, by Most Rev. Francis P. Kough, D. D., Bishop of Providence, who
pontificated at a Solemn High Mass of Thanksgiving in that church.
Bishop Keough was given an enthusiastic reception by hundreds who
lined the way from the rectory to the church, to witness the
religious processions before and after Mass. Scores knelt to receive
Bishop Keough's blessing and to kiss his ring during the ceremony.
Four pages, dressed in velvet uniforms, held the bishop's cope as he
passed on his way to church.
The guard of honor, led by Associate Justice Antonio A. Capotosto of
the State Supreme Court, included former Secretary of State Liuis
[sic, Louis?] W. Cappelli, Alderman Thomas S. Lungo, Antonio Di
Folco, Joseph Gattone, Dr. William P. D'Ugo, Dr. Vincent J. Oddo, Dr.
Salvatore Castallo, Michael A. Gammino and Henry Ise.
Guests of the pastor, Rev. Flaminio Parenti, included Dr. Vincenzo
Verderosa, acting Italian vice consul, representing the Italian government.
Rev. Nazzareno Properzi, of Boston, provincial superior of the
Scalabrinian order, which founded and still maintains the church,
delivered the sermon in which he reviewed the 50 years' service of
the parish. Congratulations were sent by Raffaele Cardinal Rossi,
superior general of the Scalabrinian Order.
The Apostolic Benediction, transmitted by the Apostolic Delegate, was
read by Rt. Rev. Msgr. P. E. Blessing, D. D., V. G.
At the conclusion of the Mass the Bishop addressed the congregation
congratulating the pastor and the parishioners on the completion of
fifty years of parish life. He praised the faith of the original
parishioners and urged the same spirit of loyalty and devotion on the
part of the present generation of parishioners.
Assisting the Bishop were Rt. Rev. Msgr. P. E. Blessing, D. D., V.
G., assistant priest; Rev. Austin O'Toole and Rev. James R. Bartley,
deacons of honor; Rev. Arnoldo Vanoli, P. S., S. C., deacon of the
Mass; Rev. Louis B. D'Aleno, sub deacon of the Mass; Rev. Peter
Gorret, P.SS.C., thurifer; Rev. Domenic Chechia, O.F.M., boat bearer;
Rev. Cesare Schettini and Rev. Beni Di Mascolo, acolytes; Rev. Albert
Leveille, mitre bearer; Rev. T. D. Oliveira, crosier bearer; Rev.
John L. Drury, book bearer and Rev. Raphael Larcher, P.S.S.C., gremiale bearer.
The musical program:
Pontifical Mass Processional, Ecce Sacerdos Magnus, G. Camilloni Mass
dedicated to the Holy Ghost, Veni Sancte Spiritus, G. Camilloni;
Introito, Graduale, Offertory and Communion, Proper of the Mass.
The choir of 25 voices was augmented by four string instruments.
Choir members: Mrs. Joseph Ricci, Mrs. Joseph Impagliazzo, Mrs.
Thomas Ricci, the Misses Rose Querceto, Evelyn Sarcione, Josephine
Garzone, Catherine Spirito, Palmina Trabucco, Angelina Simone,
Josephine Langella, Columbia DiNardi, Amelia Urciuoli, Adele
Gonnella, Albert Martellucci, Alderico Caruolo, Anthony Meola,
Vincent Calitri, Armando Mauro, Henry Quaranto, Vincent Marinosci,
Thomas Ricci, Joseph Impagliazzo, Alfred Ise, Joseph Regine, Luigi
Ruggieri. Choir under direction of Miss Adele A. Gonnella, organist.
Among those taking part were Oresto Di Saia, church trustee and
architect, who designed the renovations; Giorgio De Felice, artist,
who painted the murals; Prof. Victor Zucchi, who designed the
indirect lighting system, and Salvatore Chiappinelli, benefactor and trustee.
Ushers were Ralph D'Atri, John Marotta, Francis Monti, Dr. Charles
Spacagna, Robert C. Laurelli, Ugo Gasbarro, Anthony Tarro, Stanley
Monti, Philip Leonelli, Joseph Ricci, Fred Brosco, John Vingi,
Catello Sorrentino and Eleuterio Simonelli."
abstracted from
Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 15 - 16.
HOLY GHOST CHURCH
The oldest and largest Italian parish in Rhode Island.
1889. Holy Ghost Church organized by Rev. Luigi Paroli, its first pastor.
1890. First edifice was blessed and dedicated on August 17, 1890.
1892. Rev. Antonio Franchi becomes pastor.
1894. Rev. Paolo Novati fills the place held by Rev. Franchi. During
the interval which elapsed between 1894 - 1905, was a period of
intensive expansion and growth under Rev. Novati.
1901. Corner stone of the new Holy Ghost Church dedicated by Bishop
Scalabrini of Piacenza.
1905. Rev. Domenico Belliotti becomes pastor.
1910. New temple of Holy Ghost opened to the public.
1920. Rev. Angelo Strazzoni becomes pastor.
1922. Rev. Flaminio Parenti became pastor of Holy Ghost Church in
February, 1922.
Rev. Flaminio Parenti, present pastor of Holy Ghost Church was born
in Piacenza, Italy, December 4, 1885. When eleven years old, he
entered the College of Missionaries of San Carlo Boromeo, founded by
Most Reverend Giovanni B. Scalabrini, Archbishop of Piacenza. Father
Parenti was ordained to the priesthood on September 19, 1908, and for
the following eight months he served as rector pro tempore of the
college where he had studied.
The young missionary came to the United States in May 1909, and for
more than eleven years discharged his mission with distinction at the
church of The Madonna of Pompeii in New York City. In 1920 he became
acting pastor of St. Michael's Church in New Haven, Connecticut, and
later, in that same year, he was appointed pastor of the church of
San Bartolomeo in Providence, Rhode Island.
Father Parenti has been pastor of the Holy Ghost parish since
February 1922. His parishioners cannot adequately express in words
the deep affection that they entertain for him because of his
untiring efforts in the cause of their spiritual and material
welfare. He has led then to renewed faith in the religion of their
forefathers, which, from the See at Rome, spreads eternally the
gospel of truth, love and justice throughout the world.
During his pastorate, Father Parenti has reorganized existing church
societies and founded new ones. The Holy Name Society, The Children
of Mary, the societies of St. Agnes, St. Aloysuis, St. Vincent de
Paul, St. Ann's, The Immaculate Conception, The Junior Holy Name, The
Sunday School Teachers, and the Catholic Club have flourished under
his able guidance.
Upon being named pastor of the Holy Ghost parish, Father Parenti
immediately began to improve and add to the property of the parish.
While restoring the church in July 1922, he purchased property on
Ridge street, which, by June 1923, became the Holy Ghost Parochial
School, with accommodation for instruction up to the sixth grammar
grade. Three class-rooms were added to this school building in May,
1925, thereby making it possible for the children of the parish to
secure a full junior high school education.
In May 1927, Father Parenti began erected a new rectory, and, while
this work was going on, he modernized the entrance and doors of the
church. The rectory was finished in December of that year. But, these
substantial undertakings were still inadequate for the full
accomplishment of his purposes. Shortly thereafter he provided an
ample and comfortable home on church property immediately adjoining
the school for the good sisters, who devote their lives in imparting
an American education under the fostering light of the Catholic religion.
In 1939, the 50th anniversary of the Holy Ghost parish, Father
Parenti refinished the whole interior of the church in marble and
with artistic mural paintings. A beautiful marble altar, donated by
Mr. Michael A. Gammino, is being installed as soon as it reaches Providence.
In 1930, Father Parenti received the decoration of Chevalier of the
Crown from the King of Italy. He is serving with zeal, character and
loyalty the Church of the Holy Ghost."
continued.
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 188.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
YOUNG ITALIAN IMPERIAL CLUB
This popular social organization, one of the oldest among
Italo-Americans, was organized on August 24, 1902. Its founders were
Joseph Cappalli, Nicholas Detato, Thomas Mangione, John Notte, Henry
Russillo, Nicholas Russillo, Anthony Stella, Lew Tasca, Nicholas Di Nucci.
Its present officers are the following: Carlo Ciasullo, President;
Anthony Forlasto, Vice-President; Primo Ciasullo, Secretary; Davide
Ciancio, Treasurer; Peter Boscio, Rosario Badessa, Antonio Caraccia,
Trustees; Thomas Iannuccillo, Chief Marshal.
The Young Italian Imperial Club is located at 459 Broadway, Providence, R. I."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 187 - 188.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
SOCIETY VITTORIO EMANUELE III
This society was organized on August 26, 1905, by a group of
patriotic and sturdy Italians of the North End section of Providence,
with the approval of the Royal Italian consular authorities. It
endeavors to provide for the mutual and moral aid of its members, and
to help them to preserve memories of their mother country and at the
same time promote American ideals of citizenship.
The early founders were the following: Giovannino Bucci, Antonio
Vettese, Ernesto Acciaioli, Antonio Acciaioli, Giovanni Bucci,
Vincenzo Bucci, Eugenio Porcelli, Antonio Pascale, Pietro Pascale,
Gabriele Prete, Pietro Bucci, Giambattista Integlia, Carmine
Integlia, Angelo Pascale, Antonio Silvestro, Michele Vettese,
Nicandro Matteo, Vittore Silvestro, Nicandro Pascale, Giovanni
Pascale, Gabriele di Giovanni, Silvestro D'Agostino, Nicandro Prete.
Among the chief benefactors is Ernesto Acciaioli, at present
treasurer of the association, who besides being one of the founders,
has held the office of president for twenty years. Under his able
guidance the society has developed into one of the strongest Italian
mutual benefit societies of the North End. A society service award in
the form of a gold medal was conferred upon Ernesto Acciaioli in
1912, for his outstanding contributions and untiring efforts in
advancing the welfare of the association. A brother of Mr. Acciaioli
was the late Pietro Acciaioli, one of the most loyal and active
members of the organization.
The officers of the society Vittorio Emanuele III are the following:
Vincent Bucci, President; Eugenio Acciaioli, Vice-President; Antonio
Matteo, Recording Secretary; Ernesto Verrecchia, Financial Secretary;
Ernesto Acciaioli, Treasurer. Examiners of Accounts: Nicandro Matteo
and Andrea Iannetta. Executive Committee: Angelo Acciaioli, Pietro
Matteo, Giovanni Pascale, Pasquale Iannetta, Antonio Bucci, Andrea
Bucci. Flag Bearers: Giuseppe Ricci, Domenico Antonio Porcelli.
Marshal, Antonio Matteo; Vice-Marshal, Giustino Acciaioli; Physician,
Dr. Tito Angeloni.
The Society Vittorio Emanuele III is located at 790 Charles Street,
Providence, R. I."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 187.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
UNITAS CATHOLIC CLUB
Unitas Catholic Club came into being in 1934 as an organization
dependent upon the local conference of St. Vincenzo dei Paoli. It
became entirely independent in 1937. The purpose of the club is now
purely social.
Dr. Antonio G. Fidanza was president from 1934 to 1936. Dr. Vincent
A. Cianci was president from 1937 to 1938. The present administration
is the following: Domenico Paolantonio, President; James Moretti,
Vice-President; Giuseppe Campopiano, Secretary; Joseph Mansolillo, Treasurer.
Unitas Catholic Club is located at 317 Laurel Hill Avenue. Its
membership is composed mainly of residents of the Silver Lake and
Laurel Hill Avenue sections."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 187.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA
This is a strictly Italian fraternal organization, the most
influential in the United States. It has lodges in seventeen states.
The Order, founded in New York in 1905 as a mutual aid society,
provides sick and death benefits, in addition to the promotion of the
Italian language and other cultural and charitable activities.
The Grand Lodge of Rhode Island was organized in 1914. It is
constituted by 32 lodges.
The officers of the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island, Order Sons of Italy,
are the following: Luigi Scala, Grand Venerable; Augusto Marsella,
Ex-Grand Venerable; Domenico Di Napoli, Grand Orator; Luigi Conti,
Grand Recording Secretary; Adamo R. Aiello, Grand Financial
Secretary; Arcangelo Penza, Grand Treasurer; Thomas J. Paolino, John
Di Libero, James Morelli, Mrs. Filomena Vitale, Providence; Leo
Turicchi, Pawtucket; Dante Pirani, Woonsocket; Guido Marcucci,
Newport; Giuseppe Perrone, Bristol; Atansio Grasso, Westerly."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
pp. 186 - 187.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
RHODE ISLAND COUNCIL OF ITALIAN WOMEN
The formation of the Rhode Island Council of Italian Women is due to
the initiative and enthusiasm of Mrs. Nellie M. Marrocco, a practical
idealist - a worker for the uplifting of human suffering. It was
founded on March 31, 1931. The group of Italo-American women who
appeared with Mrs. Marrocco as initial founders consisted of Mrs.
Augusto Marsella, Mrs. Anthony Sanchirico, Mrs. Anthony Testa, Mrs.
John Notte, Sr., Mrs. Alfredo Paterra, Mrs. Michael J. Denardo, Mrs.
Albert Esposito, Mrs. Anna L. Bevilacqua, Mrs. Grace Lambiase, Miss
Lillian Cipriano (now Mrs. Carl Testa), Mrs. Stanley H. Gilmore, Miss
Natalie Verdi, Mrs. Danny Pascone, Mrs. Ugo Riccio, Miss Joanna
Lombardi, Mrs. Santa Lombardi, Mrs. Adelina Saulino, Mrs. Herbert Spears.
The Rhode Island Council of Italian Women was organized for the
purpose of promoting a better understanding between foreign-born
parents and American-born children; to raise the standards of home
life; to encourage a closer fellowship with American-born of other
nationalities; to promote a greater unity of thought and purpose and
nobler accomplishments; to further the best interests of the Italians
in spiritual endeavor, culture, education, philanthropy, civics and
to coordinate its activities with existing community welfare
progress. This council is non-political and non-sectarian.
The officers of the Rhode Island Council of Italian Women are the
following: Mrs. Ralph Di Leone, President; Miss Anna M. Caruolo,
Vice-President; Mrs. Vincent Cianci, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs.
Gennaro Lanifero, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Fred Detoro, Treasurer.
Mrs. Vincent Sorrentino, honorary member.
Under its previous administration, Mrs. Robert E. Durante was
President; and Mrs. Rosella Granieri was Corresponding Secretary.
The Rhode Island Council of Italian Women is the only Italian
organization which is affiliated with the State Federation of Women's
Clubs of Rhode Island.
The members of the Rhode Island Council of Italian Women are the
following: Mrs. Fred Baldoni, Mrs. Ernest Capobianco, Mrs. Lillian
Catoia, Mrs. Bartolo Catanzaro, Mrs. Anna Cianci, Mrs. Vincent
Cianci, Miss Lillian Cianci, Mrs. Robert Durante, Mrs. Fred Detoro,
Mrs. Joseph Errico, Mrs. Anna Esposito, Mrs. Armand Famiglietti, Mrs.
Helen Giusti, Mrs. Amelia Giusti, Mrs. Peter Granieri, Mrs. Angela
Imperatore, Mrs. Ralph Imperatore, Mrs. B. G. De Fusco, Mrs. John Di
Leone, Mrs. Ralph Di Leone, Mrs. Salvatore De Simone, Mrs. Gennaro
D'Ambra, Mrs. Joseph Di Chiaro, Mrs. Louis Caione, Mrs. John Ciccone,
Miss Anna Caruolo, Mrs. Lucia Leonelli, Mrs. Roger Laudati, Mrs.
Gennaro Lanifero, Mrs. Augustus Marsella, Mrs. Edna Mazzucchelli,
Mrs. Anthony Sanchirico, Mrs. Katie Scampoli, Mrs. Augustus St.
Angelo, Miss Anna Zammarelli and others. Mrs. Salvatore Marrocco,
honorary president. Mrs. Vincent Sorrentino, honorary member."
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Italo-Americans of Rhode Island
An Historical and Biographical Survey of the Origin, Rise and
Progress of Rhode Islanders of Italian Birth or Descent
by Ubaldo U. M. Pesaturo, second edition
Visitor Printing Co., Providence, R.I.: Copyright, 1940
p. 186.
"Fraternal, Musical and Social Organizations, Newspapers and Schools
LOGGIA BEATRICE PORTINARI, Order Sons of Italy, was organized in 1933
by a group of young women of the North End section of Providence. It
is the first Italo-American women's organization to be formed in that
section. It endeavors to provide literary and social entertainment,
help to preserve memories of their mother country, and inculcate
American ideals of citizenship among its members.
The early founders were Elda Cimorelli, Palma Cimorelli, Bernice
LePore, Nicolina Lepore, Ida Leone, Edith Leone, Etta Leone, Ursula
Mancini, Clara Parrillo, Emma Ricciardi, Tina Ricciardi.
Miss Ursula Mancini has been venerable of this splendid organization
of young Italo-American women since it was organized. Its membership
now totals 36 young women, all members of prominent families of the
North End section.
The trustees of the Loggia Beatrice Portinari are the
following: Carmela Famiglietti, Camille Albanese; Mary Viti, Mrs.
Lillian Testa, Mrs. Clara Pazienza.
The officers of this organization are the following: Ursula Mancini,
Venerable; Bernice Lepore, Assistant Venerable; Elvira Lautieri,
Recording Secretary; Mary De Marco, Financial Secretary; Mrs. Armand
Famiglietti, Treasurer; Mrs. Tina Ricciardi Zinno, Lecturer."