1 30 4 https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/42465/archive/files/69a332cb6474b005236d272c72b7d897.pdf?Expires=1782345600&Signature=PqDYjLHo1H0qCKNhMckdfyd1NCmlQPXS5PDhYSwFY-6rsXz1AlUvVBvXoFKTjfJkPp6zyfK0i2FQUvbnbsjoB65RqcKSDJ9cgnHxfuLJd4OuJAuZBbw-Bort4M7dBe7lp3FHrInRhqRH%7EZgmTmfSCdxiXde6v%7EXE64Q3ha6QNjWJT1UxA-SAkRzWYOzxIZEAtowKdtgqLp3Mra73qpOJWDdJc7W57vc2yPuY665xHcX0NubBRS5lcFlePQF0yqUWK3r9kUK%7Ez3imaURD55E2gL%7E8Uc4yrejjnxX%7EzYiRQcoCNxhbTIlJYMY8Shiu3phdR1I30g8NOUNHedPtnGAEGA__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 6aaa1dfab1b56eaa51349df611f94567 PDF Text Text Portuguese 45thAnnu al CONVEN TION OCTOBER 11, 12, 13, 1975 Ramada Inn Salem, N.H. �Past Supreme Presidents Elected President 1931-1933 1933-1935 1935 1935-1937 1937-1939 1939-1941 1941-1943 1943-1945 1945-1947 1947-1950 1950-1951 1951 1951-1953 1953-1955 1955-1956 1956-1958 1958-1960 1960-1961 1961-1963 1963-1965 1965-1967 1967-1969 1969-1971 1971-1973 Mr. William G. Andrew* Mr. John R. Machado* Mrs. Ethel M. DeSouza* Completed deceased President's term Mr. Joseph F. Francis* Mr. Joseph F . Luz Mr . Albert M. Gonsalves* Mr. Anthony B. Sears* Mr. Charles A. Perry Mr. Charles A. Frates* Mr. John C. Fonseca, Jr.* Mr. Joseph P. Dupont Mrs. Mary A . Crawley Completed resigned President's term Mr. Joviano G. Joaquim Miss Mary Louise Orcutt Mrs. Anna Borges Mr. John F. Martins Mr. Manuel DeMattos Mrs. Olive V. Perry* Mr. Michael Silva Mrs. Florence Correia Mrs. Lucy R . Mello Mr. Hannibal F. Costa Atty. Bernard R. Silva, Jr. Mrs. Evelyn E . Gonsalves Mr. Charles N. Serpa Chairman Pro-Tern at First Convention held in Cambridge in 1931. Council Cambridge #1 Fall River Men Somerville-Cambri9ge Ladies New Bedford Men Peabody Fairhaven New Bedford Men Taunton Men New Bedford Men Fall River Men New Bedford Men Plymouth Ladies Lawrence Men New Bedford Ladies Fall River Ladies New Bedford Men Rehoboth - Seekonk Fall River Ladies Lawrence Men Somerville-Cambridge Ladies Peabody Fall River Men Cambridge #1 Somerville-Cambridge Ladies New Bedford WELCOME ... As host to the 45th annual convention of the Portuguese-American Civic League of Massachusetts, we, of the "Lawrence" Ladies' and Men's councils, bid all of you attending this convention, "Welcome," to the friendliest city in the United States. We take great pride in being affiliated with the state league, because it is this type of an Non-Partisan Civic organization participating in all civic affairs of the community, state, and nation, that is instrumental in keeping us a free people. We are proud of the honors bestowed upon us and the committee has labored diligently in laying out a program so that your stay here may be a pleasant , enjoyable and memorable one, and last but not least, ... May the Spirit Never Die . General Convention Committee * Deceased Michael Silva, Chairman Mary Rodrick , Co-Chairlady �Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts Forty-Fifth Annual Convention Greetings and Best Wishes OCTOBER 11, 12, 13, 1975 Hosted by Lawrence Ladies and Mens Councils Program of Activities CONVENTION HEADQUARTERS Ramada Inn, Rte. 93, Exit 2, Salem, N .H. Annual Ball ST. MARY'S HALL, 300 HAVERHILL ST., LAWRENCE Jeffrey and Isabel Vasconcelos State Directors Banquet and Dance Ramadalnn Salem, N.H. Business Session Ramadalnn Salem, N.H. SATURDAY, OCT. 11, 1975 Registration 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Ramada Inn 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at St. Marys Hall Convention Ball 8:00 p.m. to 12 m. Jeffson, Inc. General - Trucking Sam Desell, Vice Pres. Jeffrey J. Vasconcelos, Treas. Amick Cabral, Clerk Grand March at 10:00 p.m. SUNDAY, OCT. 12, 1975 Registration 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. Ramada Inn Mass for Convention Delegates and Guests 10:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Church Chestnut St., Lawrence Banquet 6:00 p.m. at Ramada Inn MONDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1975 Business Session 9:00 a.m. at Ramada Inn �Portuguese-Amer ican Civic League Supreme President's Message of Massachusetts SUPREME OFFICERS - 1974 - 1975 President ........... . ......... Mr. Lionel J. Souza and Mrs. Souza Vice-Pres. Dist. #1 . ....... . ....... . . . .. .. . . .. Miss Rose L. Aguiar Vice-Pres. Dist. #2 . . . . . . . .. .. . Mr. Joseph Gagnon and Mrs. Gagnon Vice-Pres. Dist. #3 .......... . Mr . Manuel Tavares and Mrs. Tavares Recording S ecretary .. . ... .. . . Mrs . Alice P. Harrop and Mr. Harrop Treasurer .. . .. .. . ............ Mr. James Keough and Mrs. Keough Past President . .. .. ... Mrs . Evelyn E. Gonsalves and Mr. Gonsalves Corresponding Secretary ... . .. . Mr. Joseph S. Lopes and Mrs . Lopes Schol,arship Secretary .. .. ...... .. . . . .. .. .. . Mrs. Albertina Santos Chaplain ... . .. ......... . ..................... Mrs . Laura Fedele Sergeant-At-Arms .. . . . . .. .. Mr. Anthony Rodrick and Mrs. Rodrick Historian . .... . . . ... . . . . . ... . . . .. . *Mrs. Mary Joseph* (Deceased) Resolutions Chairman . .. .. .. .... Mr . Francis E . Silva and Mrs. Silva Public Rel,ations Chairlady . .. . . . . .. . . .. .. . . ..... Mrs . Laura Paiva PAST SUPREME PRESIDENTS Mrs. Anna Borges and Mr . Borges Mrs. Florence Correia and Mr. Correia Mr. Hannibal F. Costa and Mrs . Costa Mrs. Mary Crawley and Mr. Crawley Mr . Manuel DeMattos and Mrs. DeMattos Mr. Joviano G. Joaquim Mr. Joseph F. Luz and Mrs. Luz Mr . John F. Martins and Mrs. Martins Mrs. Lucy R. Mello and Mr. Mello Miss Mary Louise Orcutt Mr. Charles Perry and Mrs. Perry Atty. Bernard R. Silva, Jr. and Mrs. Silva Mr. Michael Silva and Mrs. Silva As we of the Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts once again assemble in this our (45th) annual convention, it is fitting that during our stay at the Convention city, we look upon the past achievements of our League in the sincere desire to allowing the past to guide us in the future. Let us ever be mindful of the full and untiring efforts of our predecessors throughout the years. Many years ago, the "stepping stone" was set into place, and every year thereafter we were fortunate to have unselfish leadership to guide us to a high degree of determination and respect. We have the same hopes and aspirations as they had, We want a better life, a secure future, and a world in which peace and brotherhood are truly a reality, rather than hope and expectation. We the League, fully realize our potential for the future. We must first recognize the many improvements the League has made in recent years. Let us be assured that the best educational services are geared to where it is most needed, with speed and efficiency. In behalf of the Supreme Officers and myself, our sincere thanks to the Lawrence Ladies and Men's Council for hosting our 45th annual Convention, and our appreciation to all who have assisted in the success of this Gala affair. May this holiday weekend bring you Fun and happiness. My heartfelt thanks to all my Supreme Officers, who served with me during the past two years, with your cooperation we were able to move forward. To the State Directors, Officers, members, and friends of the local Councils, many thanks for your kindness. I shall cherish the Memory of it all. (May the Spirit Never Die) Lionel J. Souza, Supreme President �CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 45thAnnual Convention Committee HOSTED BY LA WREN CE COUNCILS OCTOBER 11, 12, 13, 1975 Honorary Chairman Supreme President Lionel J. Souza General Chairman Mr. Michael Silva, Chairman Ms. Mary Rodrick, Co-Chairl,ady Convention Secretary Mr. Jeffrey Vasconcelos Assisted by Miss Rosemary Picanso Convention Treasurers Mr. John D. Joaquim Assisted by Ms. Mary R. Picanso Program Jeffrey Vasconcelos, Chairman Ms. Isabel Vasconcelos, Co-Chairl,ady Ms. Flora Silva Mr. Anthony Rodrick Ms. Julia Andrews Ms. Mary R. Picanso Prizes Mr . Raymond Silva, Chairman Mr. Anthony Rodrick, Co-Chairman Mr . John Silva Ms. Flora Silva Banquet Ms. Irene Bonacorsi, Chairl,ady Ms. Rose Cardoza, Co-Chairl,ady Ms. Julia Andrews Ms. Flora Silva Ms. Josephine Silva Ms. Olive Rosa Ms . Mary Picanso Ms . Mary Mello Ms. Isabel Vasconcelos Miss Rosemary Picanso Housing Mr. Joseph Picanso, Chairman Ms. Julia Andrews, Co-Chairl,ady Ball Mr. Charles Cardoza, Chairman Ms. Flora Silva, Co-Chairl,ady Mr. John D. Joaquim Ms. Rose Cardoza Ms. Josephine Silva Registration Miss Rosemary A. Picanso, Chairl,ady Ms. Olive Rosa Charlene Lemieux Ms. Julia Andrews Lwison Committee All Supreme Officers and State Directors PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS ONTHEIR 45th ANNUAL CONVENTION! John J. Buckley Mayor of Lawrence �InMemorium MAYOR NICHOLAS MA VROULES OF PEABODY Unopposed for Fifth Term RETIRED CHIEF OF POLICY, PEABODY JOHNf. LUZ Retired - May 1, 1974 Died - August 12, 1975 Member of the Peabody Council, and brother of Past Supreme President Joseph F. Luz Missed by his loving wife and family: "We shall meet, but we shall miss Him, There will be that vacant chair. We shall linger to caress Him, When we breathe our evening prayer. " "Best Wishes and Congratulations to the Portuguese-American Civic League of Mass. on their 45th Annual Convention." Mayor and Mrs. Nicholas Mavroules, Members of the Peabody Council �Our Best Wishes Best Wishes Taunton Mens Council ALDERMAN AND MRS. JOSEPH P. MARKEY DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING President ....... . .. ......................... ..... David Gallego Vice -President . ....... . . ..... . ......... .. ...... . Robert Ferreira Treasurer . . .. . ............. . ........ . ..... ... ... James Furtado Receiver ........ .. . . . . ............... . ... . . .. . . .... Mario Silva Corresponding Secretary ...... . .. .. . ............. Leonard Wilson City of Lawrence BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairman, Joseph Correira James Ferreira David Pimental Anthony Almeida Mario Silva Richard Almeida Joseph Charves Sylvano Farias DOOR GUARDS Antone DeMoura Gilbert DeMello Best Wishes Portuguese American Holy Ghost Fraternity Jose Andrade, President Kathleen Rocha, Vice Pres. Beatrice Talachuck, Secretary Jennie Vasconcellos, Fin. Sec. Joviano Joaquim, Treasurer MANAGERS Joseph 'Red' Farinha James J. Keough STATE DIRECTORS Mario Silva Gilbert DeMello BOARD OF DIRECTORS Edoino Azevedo Aldina Pacheco George Pacheco Dorothy Sarcione Michael Silva Ronald Silva Ceasar Simoes Mildred Sousa Jeffrey Vasconcelos �r In Appreciation and Thanks to the P .A.C.L. of Massachusetts Best Wishes from from SCHOLARSHIP WINNER Miss Carol DeFrancesc o LAWRENCE MICHAEL J. EARLY Coach and Carriage RAMADA INN, SALEM, N.H. Candidate for Exit 2 off Rte. 93 ALDERMAN OF HEALTH AND CHARITIES Open 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Compliments of Compliments of Light Ship Cocktail Lounge FARLEY AND CROSS CO. Proprietor ANTHONY R. SILVA Lawrence, Mass. 118 So. Union St. Canvas and Aluminum Awnings Wedding Tents and Canopies TEL. (603) 893-8525 S&D Plumbing and Heating 385 WATER ST. LA WREN CE, MASS. 24 Hour Emergency Service Sewer Rooter Service 683-2365 STEPHEN ESPINOLA 10 Millville Street Salem, N.H. 03079 �Congratulations from Representative Light of the World Mutual Benefit Society WILFRED FRITZ BEAUCHESNE FOUNDED IN LA WREN CE, MASS. 1915 24th ESSEX DISTRICT President Michael Silva Recording Secretary Leno Mendaca Financial Secretary Cyriaco Sousa Treasurer Jeffrey Vasconcelos Receiver John D. Joaquim Best of Luck on your 45th Convention THOMAS J. BURKE Register of Deeds Directors Manuel Coelho Joseph Joaquim Jose Joaquim John Silva NORTHERN DISTRICT ESSEX COUNTY Andover, No. Andover, Lawrence, Methuen �P.A.C.L. Compliments of the R~HOBOTH AND SEEKONK Somerset Council COUNCIL Best Wishes Success and Best Wishes Fall River Council Plymouth Council �BEST WISHES Dartmouth Council MAY THE SPIRIT NEVER DIE! , Compliments of LOWELL COUNCIL Best Wishes for a Successful Convention Peabody Council �Best Wishes My Best Wishes for a Successful Convention Atty. and Mrs. Victor Hatem ATTY. ARTHUR M. KHOURY Represen tative Compliments of 23rd ESSEX DISTRIC T ATTY. AND MRS. Ignatius R.J. Piscitello �BEST WISHES Best Wishes From ALDERMAN AND MRS. Compliments of Mutual Savings Banks of Lawrence ALFRED A. DONOVAN Community Savings Bank Essex Broadway Savings Bank Director of Public Safety Lawrence Savings Bank �Compliments of In Memory of Ricky S. Dutra DARTMOUTH COUNCIL a iner~s InMemoryof QOIPWTIUrnIP~ Antonio and Manuel Espinola InMemoryof Lawrence, Mass. 551 Common Street Alvaro and Constance Gaiolas Success and Best Wish es Compliments of P APPY'S BAKERY, INC. 71 Common Street Lawrence, Mass. Portuguese Soccer Team LA WREN CE, MASS . �Compliments of ... Portuguese American Club 59 CHARLES STREET LOWELL, MASS. Presidente Larry Estacio 1st. V. Pres. John Cardoza 2nd. V. Pres. Joseph Espinola Secretario Manuel Freitas, Jr. Tesoureiro Carlos Ramos Recebedor Mike Cordeiro Manager Joe Cordeiro Joseph A. Binette, Proprietor Diretores Duarte Bettencourt Manuel Rocha Manuel Santos Telephone 688-7931 110 ESSEX STREET LAWRENCE, MASSACHUSETTS �MECHANICALS Moss. Reg. No. 8640 Best Wishes 4 Gail Rd. Tel. (603) 898-7502 Plumltint • Heatint • Coolint • Sprinliler Solem, N.H. 03079 Box S69 Herman Espinola Cambridge No. 1 Compliments of House of Monique-Boutique Shop Men's Council Salem Plaza - Salem, N .H. Tel. 893-3950 Compliments of AND Somerville-Cambridge Ladies Council A Friend �Best Wishes . . . The Ramada Inn CITY Salem, New Hampshire Mirror and Glass Co., Inc. WELCOME S Louis Mello - Treasurer Helen Sears - Clerk ?lti,z,,z,a,z,4 - rluto (Jta44 P.A.C.L. and St6,z,e 7't0nt4 45th Annual Convention Telephone 452-5976 90 Lincoln St. Lowell, Mass. �L C O FRO THE LAWRENCE MEN'S AN LADIES' COUNCILS President Michael Silva Vice President Anselm Leal President Mary Rodrick Vice President Flora Silva Secretary Jeffrey Vasconcelos Treasurer John D. Joaquim Treasurer Mary R. Picanso Secretary Shirley Amore Board of Directors Charles Cardoza Joseph Picanso John Silva Joseph Olivera Building Trustees Cyriaco Sousa Leno Mendaca Joseph Joaquim Mariano Mottas Financial Secretary Irene Simoes Publicity Agent Shirley Amore Inside Guard Angelina Simoes Sunshine Lady Isabel Vasconcelos Receiver Anthony Rodrick Purchasing Agent John D. Joaquim Mistress of Ceremonies and Chaplain Mary Mello Board of Directors Gloria Jacinto Isabel Vasconcelos Irene Bonocorsi Inside Guard Manuel Amaral State Directors Jeffrey Vasconcelos and John D. Joaquim State Directors Isabel Vasconcelos and Mary Rodrick �Best Wishes Domenic Reitano Fl,ashguard Fire and Burgl,ar Al,arms Success and Best Wishes Tel. 688-3341 Lawrence, Mass. Compliments of GEl\TRV 343 Essex St. Lawrence, Mass. Best of Luck on your 45th Convention S.J. MALLEN & SON KATHERIN E M. DONOVAN COUNTY COMMISSIONER Insurance Essex County Compliments of De Monaco Caterers Tel. 688-6831 477 Essex Street Lawrence, Mass. 01840 Tel: 688-0131 - 682-3411 �Lucia M. Gagnon Save the Children Federation Chairman Compliments of Dr. and Mrs. Robert E. Kellan, M.D. Compliments of SEARS BROS, Best Wishes Best Wishesfrom PROVINCETOWN COUNCIL Gibson Motor and Machine Service, Inc. CREDIT Tel. 682-4059 Square Deal Furniture Est . 1945 Furniture of Distinction 16 Broadway Ave. Lawrence, Mass. 91 SOUTH UNION ST. SO. LA WREN CE, MASS. 01843 J. ENUS �Corey's Arco Service Station Free Estimates Complete One Stop Service Cor. Lawrence and Maple Sts. Lawrence, Mass . 01841 Fully Insured Tel. 687-9337 Telephone 683-1060 NewEnglandRug Co. JOE DUNCAN Sales - Cleaning - Instal/,ation ERNEST D. ABISALIH 2 Osgood Street Methuen,Mass.01844 Hill's Photo Service Vinyl and Aluminum Siding WHOLESALE PHOTOFINISHING AND SUPPLIES ROBERT HILL Tel. 682-3837 105 LAWRENCE STREET LA WREN CE, MASS. 01841 Merrimack Co-operative Bank "Yours 1o Share" 264 Essex Street, L.awrence Free Parking at rear of bank Telephone 685-4393 46 Clifton Road Methuen, Mass. Phone 685-7709 �Success and Best Wishes Supreme President and Mrs. Lionel J. Souza THE GOLD KEY Featuring Famous Names in A Most Successful Convention Vice Pres. Joseph and Mrs. Elvira Gagnon DISTRICT II Applwnces G.E. Hotpoint Glenwood Caloric Magic Chef Sylvania Zenith Panasonic Furniture Keller Lea Schweigen Brentwood Bassett Dunhill Stoneyville Gift Shop Jewelry China Longine Crystal Bulova Mirrors Seiko Clocks Imported Gold Silver and Diamonds Best Wishes The Gold Key Unlocks the Door to Value Taunton Ladies Council 284 Essex St. Lawrence 686-4411 Compliments of Westport Council Open Daily: 9:30 - 5:30, Tue. and Fri. 9 - 9 �In Memory of In Memory Senhorina J. Espinol,a Mariano and Maria Mattos In Memory of In Memory of Mary Piexhote Espinola Mary T. Andrews In Memory of In Memory of Domenic Giose Police Chief John F. Luz Peabody, Mass. In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. James Olivera In Memory of Arthur and Mary Rose Teixeira In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Cabral In Memory of Alfred Silva Manuel S. Rosa and Augusto P. Damaso In Memory of In Memory of Martin Cardoza Freeman Felix, Sr. Helen Felix Anthony J. Felix In Memory of In Memory of Manuel D. Sousa �In Memory of In Memory of Clarence Andrews Rev. Charles Saudade Former Pastor of Portuguese Mission Church of Peabody In Memory of Manuel Joaquin In Memory of Titonio Azevedo In Memory of Manuel B. Joaquin In Memory of Mary Anderson In Memory of Manuel Mello In Memory of Ralphael and Gertrude Silva In Memory of Caesar Simoes In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Vasconcelos In Memory of Herman Borba In Memory of Mrs. Teresa Freitas In Memory of John B. Sears In Memory of Jessie Espinla In Memory of Aurora Joaquim In Memory of Joseph Nascimento �In Memory of In Memory of Manuel C. Santos James M. Falcon In Memory of Clarence Santos In Memory of Mary Lou Griffin In Memory of Maria Porcina Espinola In Memory of Al Jacinto In Memory of Maria Cal,deria In Memory of Louise S. Orcutt In Memory of my Uncle Anthony Picanso LOWELL COUNCIL In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Vincent DiLelle In Memory of Delia Cunha In Memory of Mike Halisky In Memory of Anthony Couto In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Sears In Memory of Mr. and Mrs. Mariano Couto In Memory of Helen Simoes �Compliments of Best Wishes Lt. and Mrs. Wm. J. Diodati BARCELOSBROTHERS MARKETS Compliments of JohnD. Joaquim LAWRENCE and ANDOVER �Compliments of Compliments ARLINGTON TRUST COMP ANY McA ULIFFE FUNERAL SERVICE, INC. MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORP. EUGENE McAULIFFE ADOLPH R. McLENNAN YVONNE YAMEEN TEL . 617-682-8458 137 Lawrence St. Lawrence, Mass. �Best Wishes Compliments of Mr. and Mrs. Domenic Armano Candwate for Atty. and Mrs. Arthur Sobil Director of Public Safety Best Wishes, to our good friends from Atty. and Mrs. Michael Tarski The North Lawrence Charitable Association and Family FRED CAMPAGNONE - JOSEPH COSTELLO JOSEPH NAVELLO �Best Wishes Best Wishes New Bedford Council 228 HAMPSHIRE STREET LA WREN CE, MASSACHUSETTS TEL . 687-7314 Best Wishes to All Our Portuguese-American Friends Our Best Wishes Swansea Council �FILTERED and METERED SERVICE FUEL OIL 24 HOUR DEPENDABLE SERVICE . Private and Group Lessons Beginners - Intermedwte - Advanced PROMPT DELIVERY DIAL 683-3131 0 ll IL 316 ESSEX ST. CENTRAL BLDG. - RM. 502 LAWRENCE, MASS. TEL. 685-9470 ~ l\J ~IN!~~~ CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ASSURED 576 HAVERHILL ST. LAWRENCE, MASS. Compliments ~oz@ ij Pinheiro Superette I 16 INCHES WIDE - FAMILY SIZE ALL CO MBINATIONS FABULOUS sues • ALL KINDS ALSO SPAGHETTI " HOT PASTROMI VARIETY PLATES - CHICKEN, FISH, HAMBURGER, CUTLETS Open Daily 11 A.M. to 11 :30 P.M. Sun. & Hol. 3 P.M. to 11 :30 P.M. 5 MINUTE SERVICE - CALL AHEAD Tel. 687 -7367 GUS PINHEIRO 296 Lawrence Street Lawrence, Mass. 01841 DELl~~:tE ~WzAYORK - 39 1,."..::~t~~AY 687-1510 �New Bedford Council Dartmouth Council BOOSTERS BOOSTERS Mr. and Mrs . Manuel Tavares Mr. and Mrs. William Cabral, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dutra Mr . and Mrs. Walter Presner Mr. and Mrs. John Dacosta Mr. and Mrs. James Almeida Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Allain Mr. and Mrs. Walter Piva Mr. and Mrs . Manuel Lucas Mr. and Mrs. Antone C. Barboza, Jr. Mr . and Mrs. Leonard A. Borges Mr. and Mrs. Henry D. Pregnall, III Mr. and Mrs. Benny Simpkim Mr. and Mrs . Charles Jacintho Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Santos Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Florio Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Vasconcellos Mr . and Mrs. Frank Magan Mr. and Mrs . Edward Motta Mr. and Mrs. Frank Andrade Mr. and Mrs. Richard Medeiros Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Pike Prof. and Mrs . Antone Rodil Selectman and Mrs . James Almeida Mrs . Caroline Mogardo Billy and Susie Magan Mr. Herbert Harrop Mr. and Mrs. Lionel J. Souza Miss Bertha Johnson Mr. and Mrs. James Madruga Mr. and Mrs. Manuel P. Torres Mr. and Mrs. George Sylvia John R. and Joseph P . Lopes Mrs. Gloria Rounds Mr. and Mrs. James McCann Aldo Motor Sales Rehoboth - Seekonk Council BOOSTERS Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. Manuel De Mattos and Mrs. Joseph De Mattos and Mrs. Dennis Veader Joseph M. Amaral Manuel Motta �Taunton Ladies Council Greater Peabody Council BOOSTERS BOOSTERS Mr. and Mrs. Edward da Silva Mrs. Amelia Correia Mrs. Hilda Mederios Mrs. Grace Enos Mr. and Mrs. Norman Newey Mr. and Mrs . Philip Osepchuck Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Prata Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Rodriques Mrs. Edna Santos Mrs. Laura Santos Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sawyer Mrs. Eugenia Silva and son, Walter Plymouth Council BOOSTERS Mr. and Mrs. Louis Pederzani Mr. and Mrs. George Cabral Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Vaz Mrs. Mary Youngman Mrs. Peggy Arena Mr. Alfred Cross George and Rose Morgardo Westport Council BOOSTERS Mr. and Mrs. Mike Medeiros Mrs. Alice Harrop Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mello Mr. and Mrs. Bento Mello Mr. and Mrs. Richard Trecida Albertina and Paul Taunton Mens' Council BOOSTERS Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs. John Coute and Mrs. Alfred Souza and Mrs . Herbert Ferreira and Mrs. David Gallego - Pres. and Mrs. Mario Silva and Mrs. Gilbert DeMello and Mrs. Joseph Farinha and Mrs. Anthony Menice and Mrs. Alfred Florence and Mrs. Aires DeMello and Mrs. Joseph Corriea and Mrs. Richard Gallego and Mrs. James Furtado and Mrs. Fernando Medeiros Leonard Wilson �Greater Lawrence .Council Greater Lawrence Council BOOSTERS BOOSTERS Mrs. Julia Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Andrews Joey Andrews Mrs. Mary Borba and Manny Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bonacorsi Mr. and Mrs. Amick Cabral Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cardoza Miss Adeline Cardoza Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cerse Mr. and Mrs. Charles Caldeira Mr. and Mrs. Fred Couto Mr. Manuel Cunha Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Compagnone Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore DeFrancesco Miss Carol DeFrancesco Miss Ruthann DeFrancesco Mr . and Mrs. Robert Demars Lt . and Mrs. Wm. J. Diodati Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Espinola Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Falcon Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Joaquim Mrs . Mary Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Ben Jacinto Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Lima Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Lynch Mr. and Mrs. Don Longo Mr. and Mrs . Anselm Leal Helio Leal Mr. and Mrs. Lino Leal Manuel Leal Mrs . Mary Mello James Ponte Mr. and Mrs. Belmiro Rocha Mrs. Olive Rosa Mr. and Mrs . Bart Reis Mrs . Angelina Simoes Mr. and Mrs . Thomas Sousa Mr. and Mrs. Caesar Simoes Mr. and Mrs. Cyriaco Sousa Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sears Mr. and Mrs. Roland Sears Mr. and Mrs. John Silva Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Silva Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Silva Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sereigo Mr. and Mrs . Eugene Thornhill Mr. and Mrs. Roland Tardugno Mr . and Mrs. Jeffrey J. Vasconcelos Mr. and Mrs. Donald Vasconcelos Peter and David Vasconcelos Mr. and Mrs. John Zompa Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Rodrick Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silva Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Murphy Mr. and Mrs. Leno Mendaca Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Olivera Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Picanso Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pinto Peabody Council BOOSTERS Mr. and Mrs. Frank Alleruzzo Mrs. Josephine Couceiro and daughter, Lorraine Mr. and Mrs. James Irving Mr. and Mrs . Louis Lamy Mr. and Mrs. Manuel and Mary M. Mello Mr. and Mrs. Manuel J. and Clemilda Mello Mr. and Mrs. Manuel J. and Patricia Mello Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moynihan �Elect Alice P. Harrop RECORDING SECRETARY Compliments of . . . Compliments of City Collector and Mrs. William J. Amaral of Peabody Success Kathryn M. Mendaca Lawrence SHOE CARTON CORPORATION Compliments of Miss M. Aurora Sylvia The program committee wishes to thank the business and professional men, the member councils of the Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts and above all the members of the Lawrence Councils, who, through hard work and tireless effort, have made this hook possible. "''ifl'-e,z,e 2eealiiff i4 tJee,z, ';i,z,4t &ndeafPJ.1t" We also urge our members and friends to give consideration to our generous merchants, whom, financially, helped make this convention a great success. Thank you, Program Book Chairman Jeffrey Vasconcelos Methuen, Massachusetts �Avila's Showplace 112 Cross St. Lawrence, Mass. 687-3833 Beautiful Kitchens and Baths Designed just for YOU! Custom or Stock Cabinets Kitchens and Baths on Display Quer Renovar A Vossa Cozinha ou Quarto de banho? Vezite a gente Fala-se Portugues Hours - Mon., Wed., Thurs., Sat.10 - 5 Tues. and Fri. 10 - 9 Plenty of Free Parking Design Service Free Estimates Financing Installation or Do-It-Yourself � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lawrence History Center Portuguese American Collection [1920-1999] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived All physical copies of the items in this collection are housed at the Lawrence History (LHC) in Lawrence, MA. Through their partnership with PADA, LHC gave permission for these items to be digitized and placed online. 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Subject The topic of the resource Portuguese American women Catholic Church--Societies, etc. Processions, Religious--Catholic Church Fasts and Feasts Catholic Church--Dioceses Priests Wedding photography Music Musicians Instrumentation and orchestration (Band) Statutes Constitutions Minstrel shows Balls (parties) World War, 1939-1945 Veterans United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783 United States. Army. Community organization Community development--Religious aspects--Catholic Church Festivals City council members Political posters Azorean Americans Mother's Day Portugal--Emigration and immigration Ascension Day Soccer Description An account of the resource These items are part of the collection at the Lawrence History Center in Lawrence, MA. This collection reflects the organization of the local Portuguese American community from the start of the 20th century through the 1990s. Items focus on the Portuguese American Civic League, Holy Ghost Society, and Saint Peter and Paul's Church.<br /><br /><strong>About the <a href="https://lawrencehistory.org/">Lawrence History Center (LHC)</a></strong><br /><br /><span>Founded in 1978 as the Immigrant City Archives by German immigrant Eartha Dengler, the Lawrence History Center’s mission is to collect, preserve, share, and animate the history and heritage of Lawrence and its people.</span><br /><span>Currently in their fifth decade, LHC seeks to better serve a community that is rapidly changing due to immigration and changes in the local economy. The past few years have marked enormous growth for LHC as they move from being an organization that ‘collects and preserves’ stories of the city to one that animates these stories for current residents, researchers, and visitors to Lawrence through rich and varied programming, the strength of our collections and the power of the history of an immigrant city on the rise.</span> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1920-1999 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource JPEG PDF Language A language of the resource English Portuguese Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Text Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 45th Annual Convention, Portuguese American Civic League (1975) Subject The topic of the resource Balls (parties) Description An account of the resource Held at the Ramada Inn in Salem, NH. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived All physical copies of the items in this collection are housed at the Lawrence History Center (LHC) in Lawrence, MA. Through their partnership with PADA, LHC gave permission for these items to be digitized and placed online. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available UMass Lowell, Center for Lowell History Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1975-10-11 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted: This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. In addition, no permission is required from the rights-holder(s) for educational uses. For other uses, you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context LHC_018 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Salem (N.H.) Avila's Showplace Barcelos Brothers Market Cambridge Council No. 1 City Mirror & Glass Co. Dartmouth Council Fall River Ladies and Men's Council Holy Ghost Society (Lawrence, MA) Jeffson, Inc. Lawrence Ladies and Mens Council Light of the World Portuguese Mutual Society Light Ship Cocktail Lounge New Bedford Ladies Council New Bedford Mens Council Peabody Council Pinheiro Superette Plymouth Council Portuguese American Center (Lowell, MA) Portuguese American Civic League (Lowell, MA) Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts Portuguese Soccer Team (Lawrence, MA) Provincetown Council Rehoboth-Seekonk Council S&D Plumbing and Heating Somerset Council Somerville-Cambridge Ladies Council Swansea Council Taunton Ladies' Council Taunton Men's Council Westport Council https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/42465/archive/files/15dea85397eeea72c18726096769e2ab.pdf?Expires=1782345600&Signature=rI9BcDl7GSHTID4sgh7UhHG3zj8tK%7EBsP%7E1HBFKIcIzpKdN1J7GVb6kyfoQXwDn-tkPNMk7qnLWcbD89yEuNTQ7s6Sc9ji0YT5fZY6U9Lg0n1EKsK%7Egdm4L7lwqjZsxGE5a2UagWgH3UHSW8YdsZuC-kF7Ba8zIk8ImgdhfnGyyuej1AdRxZJzz3I3FxWV7VR12NkwoaR79P7TFgg2Rqp0a11Ro75-zpKtUeXWPt950iEj%7EPvCmcdKT8QCK6IMTp1bBs5IRzO6nBOtG0uh7oeMe7olTSUa7VKS7mg8kb2TcnhBVxgVhkvc9QhwmYD2LJm9SrOezqCfZo6LH3U%7ExpOg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 46bc5dc7228d85fb745563f78bdaefbc PDF Text Text ��������������������������������� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Lawrence History Center Portuguese American Collection [1920-1999] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived All physical copies of the items in this collection are housed at the Lawrence History (LHC) in Lawrence, MA. Through their partnership with PADA, LHC gave permission for these items to be digitized and placed online. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available UMass Lowell, Center for Lowell History Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted: This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. In addition, no permission is required from the rights-holder(s) for educational uses. For other uses, you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s). Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context LHC_ Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lawrence (Mass.) Subject The topic of the resource Portuguese American women Catholic Church--Societies, etc. Processions, Religious--Catholic Church Fasts and Feasts Catholic Church--Dioceses Priests Wedding photography Music Musicians Instrumentation and orchestration (Band) Statutes Constitutions Minstrel shows Balls (parties) World War, 1939-1945 Veterans United States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783 United States. Army. Community organization Community development--Religious aspects--Catholic Church Festivals City council members Political posters Azorean Americans Mother's Day Portugal--Emigration and immigration Ascension Day Soccer Description An account of the resource These items are part of the collection at the Lawrence History Center in Lawrence, MA. This collection reflects the organization of the local Portuguese American community from the start of the 20th century through the 1990s. Items focus on the Portuguese American Civic League, Holy Ghost Society, and Saint Peter and Paul's Church.<br /><br /><strong>About the <a href="https://lawrencehistory.org/">Lawrence History Center (LHC)</a></strong><br /><br /><span>Founded in 1978 as the Immigrant City Archives by German immigrant Eartha Dengler, the Lawrence History Center’s mission is to collect, preserve, share, and animate the history and heritage of Lawrence and its people.</span><br /><span>Currently in their fifth decade, LHC seeks to better serve a community that is rapidly changing due to immigration and changes in the local economy. The past few years have marked enormous growth for LHC as they move from being an organization that ‘collects and preserves’ stories of the city to one that animates these stories for current residents, researchers, and visitors to Lawrence through rich and varied programming, the strength of our collections and the power of the history of an immigrant city on the rise.</span> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1920-1999 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource JPEG PDF Language A language of the resource English Portuguese Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Text Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 25th Annual Scholarship Ball, Portuguese American Civic League (1970) Subject The topic of the resource Balls (parties) Description An account of the resource Event held at the Elks Ballroom in Lawrence, MA. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived All physical copies of the items in this collection are housed at the Lawrence History Center (LHC) in Lawrence, MA. Through their partnership with PADA, LHC gave permission for these items to be digitized and placed online. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available UMass Lowell, Center for Lowell History Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970-05-02 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted: This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. In addition, no permission is required from the rights-holder(s) for educational uses. For other uses, you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context LHC_017 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lawrence (Mass.) Barcelos Brothers Market Bruno's Cafe Cambridge Council No. 1 City Mirror & Glass Co. Dartmouth Council Fall River Ladies and Men's Council Holy Ghost Society (Lawrence, MA) Lawrence Ladies and Mens Council Light of the World Portuguese Mutual Society New Bedford Ladies Council Peabody Council Plymouth Council Portuguese American Civic League (Lowell, MA) Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts Provincetown Council Rehoboth-Seekonk Council Rose Bud Flowers Sears Brothers Orchestra Somerset Council Somerville-Cambridge Ladies Council Swansea Council Taunton Ladies' Council Taunton Men's Council Westport Council https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/42465/archive/files/14622fab2e280d6f211425a37f1a5149.pdf?Expires=1782345600&Signature=b2EvjuwdMs1J3O3WURCJHGlz6dwp9rzK1fLLH6VwHaUYvnr9Fa50NEqIaqff44jS94%7E-ED-p4Z%7E3UZdXLP-iKLU8Gc1WiJJmobXkFRWVSPmoxRSXZ5U903seyh0peq9c5j2z7nSc1%7Eu-OVQuvo5qlTzIebpdPv4qiyi11kfQwa%7EBFuf2NFJuk-I8aGXF6OY39S95E0%7EXCPDxMFHOVrMc7wTgYyEC3jbKqS%7Eb5XfWIVrEKA1GMlmd2bRv2n5z6ebLhFEqR%7EqfN3Za4WeIElQsaYYyMYjXVgDW1u0omrbWy42HvSl0apum43vmE1PlWKu4NgQowU-qEoh2s1SFmo8eFg__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM a50f972b1a120c25558bd4f37731f846 PDF Text Text �-•The world today is filled With men and women who are groping for identity - looking for some distinction that will set them apart from, though not necessari ly above, the great conglomerate mass. The Portu guese in America and Americans of Portuguese extraction are fortunate in this respect. They belong to a group that is not too large and that has not lost its outlines - and that furthermore, enjoys a noble tradition. The Portuguese are renowned for 1heir adventuous courage, for their willingness to work hard and their ability to work well, for their politeness and their friendliness, for their devoutness of spirit and their gaiety of heart. The Portuguese have roots that go deep into the centuries. This is their pride and strength . Like a great tree with the sources of its life below the earh, they flourish in fair weather and they are not shaken by the storm, But the branches of the tree wither when they are cut off from the main trunk. This is something the descendants of Portugal in America remember when they give their membership and support to the clubs, organizations and causes that keep their Portuguese identity alive and, by that fact, make them better Americans as w 'e ll. May the Spirit Never Die. -•- �WELCOME As host to the 30th annual convention of the Portuguese-American Civic League of Massachusetts, we, of the "Lawrence" Ladies' and Men 's councils, bid all of you attending this convention, "Welcome," to the friendliest city in the United States. We take great pride in being affili ated with the state league, because it is this type of an Non-Partisan Civic organization participating in all civic affairs of the community, state, and nation, that is instrumental in keeping us a free people. We are proud of the honors bestowed upon us and the committee has labored diligently in laying out a program so that your stay here may be a pleasant, enjoyable and memorable one, and last but not least, ... May the Spirit Never Die. General Convention Committee Michael Silva, Chairman Mrs. Irene Bonacorsi, Co-chairman �SUPREME PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE On behalf of the Portuguese-American Civic League of Massachusetts, I am extending my sincere appreciation to the Lawrence Council for being host to our 30th annual conven tion . I sincerely thank the directors and members for ance at meetings and the wonderful interest they have out the year. With this continued interest, I am sure grow and advance beyond our highest expectations, educationally. the fine attendshown throughthe league will both civic and It has been a pleasure and an invaluable experience to have served as your supreme president. "MAY THE SPIRIT NEVER DIE." Supreme President, MANUEL W. DeMATTOS �WITH OUR BEST WISHES MAY THE SPIRIT NEVER DIE SUPREME OFFICERS COUNCIL Supreme President, Mr. Manuel De Mattos and Mrs. De Mattos _________________ Rehoboth-Seekonk l st Vice-President, Mrs. 01 ive Perry and Mr. Perry ______ __ ________________ _ ____ Fall River 2nd Vice-President, Mr. Manuel Tavares and Mrs. Tavares ---- -- -- -- ---------------- Dartmouth 3rd Vice-President, Mrs . Florence, Correia and Mr . Correia ______ __ __ ___ ______ Cambridge-Somerville Recording Secretary, Mrs . Lucy R. Mello and Mr. Mello ________ __ ___________________ Peabody Treasurer, Mr. Joseph Lopes and Mrs. Lopes ______ __ __ __ _____________ New Bedford Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Caroline Mello and Mr. Mello _____ _ __ __ ____________ Rehoboth-Seekonk Scholarship Secretary, Mrs. Alzira De Mattos and Mr. De Mattos ------ -- -- -- -------------- Swansea Chaplain, Mr. Manuel Crawley and Past President, Mrs. Crawley ____ _ ___ __ ____ Plymouth Door Guard, Mr. Antone Jose and Mrs. Jose ------------------------ ----- Freetown Resolution Chairman, Mr. Joseph Picanso and Mrs. Picanso ---- -- -- - ------------------ Lawrence Publicity, Mrs. Rita Rozinha and Mr. Rozinha Westport �BEST WISHES FROM John J. Buckley MAYOR OF LAWRENCE "The Portuguese-American Civic League demonstrated the ideals, the practices and all the elements which makes for true Americanism. It is only by the constant reiteration of the truth as we Americans conceive the truth to be, that we shall be able to maintain and advance those admirable qual ities of citizenship in keeping with the inherent dignity of man." �LA WREN CE, MASS. The history of our city begins in 1845, when the Essex Company began building the great stone dam across the Merrimack River to make water power. At the same time the Mills were also being constructed along the banks of the river. This community near the dam grew rapidly as people came in great numbers and from various places to work in the building of these projects. The advancement of this community m,a de it different from the quiet neighboring towns of Andover and Methuen and for this reason the Legislature of Massachusetts on April 17, 1847 passed a law incorporating this certain territory into a town and named it "Lawrence." It received its nanie in honor of Abbott Lawrence, who at that time was president of the Essex Company and who had invested mpst of his personal fortune in building the dam and canals which made Lawrence the industrial place it is today. The textile mills have always been the backbone of our cities indu,stry. Even before the city was named some of the mills were in operation . Lawrence has always stood high in the manufacturing of fine worsted cloth and for this it is noted all over the world . Lawrence has many industries as well as individual enterprises - the Champion International Paper Company now known as the Oxford Paper Company makes some of the world's finest coated paper; a number of firms make shoes; several make clothing out of cloth produced here; one makes plastic and rubber articles which are shipped all over the world and many smaller firms make things that are necessary and useful in every part of life. School and education have also played an important role in making Lawrence the thriving community she is today. At one tim~, only five one-room schools were within our cities boundaries - while today we have 22 public schools educating our children to become great leaders for the future . Progress has given Lawrence good schools, modern stores, smprt dress shops, new roads and splendid churches and yet the fu,t ure holds more as new industries are still moving into our fair city. Yes, Lawrence has traveled far - through a great past to a rich present and with the amlbition and integrity of our children today to a prosperous and promising future. �A Summary of the Portuguese Colony of Lawrence and the Ladies' and Men's Councils of the Portuguese-American Civic League of Mass. The Portugu,ese colony in Lawrence is as old as the City. Andrew Mideros, a Portuguese barber, was already established in a barber shop at the corner of Lawrence and Common Streets and lived with his family at 1 Bradford Street in 1853, when this six year old town received its charter as a city. Mr. John B. Sears, known as the father of the Lawrence Councils, organized the local Men's Council in 1930 with headquarters on Corrimon Street. A year later, in 1931, the Ladies' Council was successfully organized. Mr. Sears' and Mr. Gaiolas' advice, experience and active participation in organizational work have been invaluable in promoting friendship, education, unity and social welfare amongst our people. As a non-partisan civic association, our main activities include taking part in all civic affairs of the community, state and nation and promoting interest in American naturalization. The league is proud of its scholarship fuind which is supported through per capita fees and the annual ball. Four scholarships are awarded annually through a competitive examination. The Ladies' and Men's Councils take great pride in their welfare board which consists of ten members, appointed annually by the presidents. The purpose of thi s board is to aid the needy, guide and advise the nevv< comers to our country from Portugal and its Island s, and, in general, to help any one in any way possible. In 1948 a blood bank was organized which is available to all mlerribers and their families. The names, blood type, and telephone numbers of the donors are posted in the club halls. The local councils are proud of its Junior Girls baton and drill teams and the Junior Boys Drum Corps they have had throughout the years. They have progressed rapidly under the supervision of Herman Espinola, chairman, assisted by iMrs. Flora Silva, Mrs. Theresa Campisi, Thomas Sousa, and Manuel Sousa. Mr . Manuel Sears was elected the first president of the Lawirence N'(en's Council in 1931, followed by Clarence Andrews, 1932; Fred Couto, 1933-1934; Jeffrey Vasconcelos, 1935-1936; Manuel Sousa, 1937; Manuel Sears, 1938; Joseph Olivera, 1939-1940; Alvaro Gaiolas, 1941; John Rosa, 1942; Fred Couto, 1943-1947; Manuel D. Sousa, 1948-1949; Joviano G. Joaquim, 1950-1951; Jeffrey Vasconc;elos, 1952-1953; John D. Joaquim, 1954; Alvaro Gaiolas, 1955; Joseph Olivera, 1956; Alvaro Gaiolas, 1957; and Michael Silva, 1958-1960. Mrs. Jessie Espinola was the first president elected in the Ladies' Council in 1932. She a lso served in 1933-1934, fol lowed by Mrs. Elsie Foley, 1935-1936; Mrs. Jessie Espinola, 1937; Mrs. Ezilda (Cardoza) Silva, 1938-1939; Mrs . Millicent Silva, 1940; Mrs . Ezilda (Cunha) Lynch, 19411942; Mrs . Gilda Mendonsa, 1943-1945; Mrs. Helen Sears, 1946-1947; Mrs . Mary Rose Cabral, 1948-1949; Mrs. Mildred Sousa, 1950-1953; Mrs . Isabel Vasconcelos, 1953-1954; Mrs. Gloria Enus, 1955-1956; Mrs . Alice Azvedo, 1957; Mrs. Irene Bonacorsi, 1958-1959; and Mrs. Mary Rose Picanso, 1960. We are proud to be affiliated with the Portuguese-American Civic League of Massachusetts, and, "MAY THE SPIRIT NEVER DIE." �P. A. C. A. HALL 2 Saratoga Street - Lawrence, Mass. Through the efforts of Mr. Alvaro S. Gaiol as, then p resident of the Men's Council in 194 l, and one of the staunch supporters of the civic organization, the present headquarters at 2 Saratoga Street was purchased from the United Spanish War Veterans. Throu g h his untiring efforts this bu'ilding is still one of t'he nicer clubs in Lawrence. We have a bar in the basement floor, two meeting halls, kitch en and office on the first floor. A pleasant ballroom on the second f loor . It has t ruly been a community center for the Portuguese Colon y in Lawrence, and many a pleasant memory is conf ined within its wal Is fo r the past 19 years . �STS. PETER AND STS. PAUL Very Rev. Father Edward J. Carney, Pastor Our Church, SS Peter & Paul, had its beginning back in 1905, when it was organized by the Late Very Rev. James T. O'Reilly, O.S.A. , then pastor of Saint Mary's parish . It was due to the increasing population of Portuguese residents here that Father O'Reilly realized th e ne cessity of a church and priest to minister our needs. Our people attended services in the old Saint Mary's Church , which is now the site of Saint Mary's Auditorium from 1905 to 1907 while SS Peter & Paul Church was under construction . The cornerstone of the new edifice was laid Septemper 30, 1906 by the Late William Cardinal O'Connell and on August 4, 1907 our church was dedicated. The first pastor of our church was Rev. Paul Despouy, who remf!ined as pastor for about eight years. During his pastorate he built the parish house next to the church. As the years gradually passed, we had a total of thirteen pastors and then on September 8, 1956, Father Mccusker, who is still in charge was assigned as priest in charge of our little church. The first couple married after the church was organized in 1905, were Anthony E. Mendonca and Ann Perpetua; and the first boy and girl baptized were Charles Pereira and Mary Motta. The first couple married after the church was dedicated in 1907, were John Cardoso and Jacinta Sousa. The first boy and girl ba ptized were Frank Rodrigues and Olive Damas. �A Message from REV. JAMES J. McCUSKER, O.S.A. Priest in Charge Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Lawrence, Mass. It gives me great pleasure to extend a sincere greeting and a cordial welcome to the delegates to the thirtieth annual Convention of the Portuguese-Am erican Civic League of Massachusetts. I am sure that they, their families and friends will be m.o st gratified and happy that they have chosen Lawrence, "the friendly City of the Merrimack Valley" as the site of the Convention of 1960. In these days of so much unrest, so much social upheaval and internal discord, it is indeed most refreshing and wholesome to know that there are socities and organizations such as the P.A.C.L. who are united by the bond of Christian charity and pledged to the task of assisting their fellowman in the tim'e of need . I assure the delegates that it will be rn y earnest prayer in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on September 4 that their society may advance and grow in numbers, in strength and unity of their high purpose of existence. Again I wish you welcome, "May the Spirit Never Die," and may God bless you all. �It is with great pride that we welcome to Lawrence the Portuguese .A mbassador and his family, to the United States. We sincerely hope that his brief stay in our fair city will be a pleasant one. �{/1t-•~u I-Je~r7, tJe v'\l.,,_v~Ator We would like to pause in this convention to pay horn.age to Prince Henry, in honor of the 500th Anniversary conim·e morating his death in 1460. Prince Henry could be called the m·an who unlocked the door to the wide field of ocean study. It is not often realized the importance that he played in the progress and development of the world. He served as an ,inspiration to others with his great maritim e discoveries and was chiefly responsible for the linking of the unknow"n world to the known world in the 15th and 16th centuries. Among many of his great missions was the rediscovery and colonization of Madeira in 1416 and the Azores in 1427. Expeditions grew in im:petus the following years and even after his death the Far East and the entire coast of Brazil had been reached and explored. From his great inspiration many Portuguese navigators, such as Magel Ian, helped other countries in their expeditions. It is to these great seamen, Vasco da Gama, Cabral, Dias, and many others, that we owe our vast progress in ocean navigation - the development of the great sailing. vessels of today, the discovery of the importance of nautical charts and methods of navigational direction end coast line study. It was recently stated by Professor Garrett Mattingly, a Pulitzer Prize author, that the modern world did not begin with Columbus, but actually began with the e<Jrlier voyages of Prince Henry. Henry was also responsible for the originating· of the caravel a three-masted sailing vessel without which the far-reaching expeditions of that time would not have been accomplished . Because of his desire to explore further, he needed a ship which would be able to cope with the sea and wind much more effectively than the vessels of his time. But the caravel 's importance and popularity only lasted 50 years. It was found that a much heavier vessel of about 400 tons was needed to carry heavy cargo and to be able to cope with the ruggedness of the sea. This was called the nau and was used in Vasco da Gama's voy•a ge to India in 1497. The Portuguese Navy will celebrate this anniversary commemoration by paying homage to Prince Henry and the other great sean,en of Portugal. Celebrations have already been initiated in the United States with a Te Deum in the Church of the Five Wounds in San Jose, California. In New Bedford, Massachusetts, masses in 4 churches began the commemoration on March 27. We can sum( up the greatness of this man in the Words of George E. Solosky, famed news columnist: "Henry the Navigator was a scientist rather than a politician. His services to mankind were greatest in the fields of navigation and astronomy. Unlike most rulers and politicians, what he builded can never be forgotten or destroyed." �GREETINGS AND BEST WISHES FROM MAYOR JOHN M. ARRUDA FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS Past President of the Fall River Men's Council Present Vice President of the Fall River Men's Council �BEST WISHES FOR CONTINUED SUCCESS . . Aid. Vincent P. Foley . DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY . �SUCCESS TO THE P. A. C. L. OF LAWRENCE ON THEIR 30TH ANNUAL CONVENTION . . . ALDERMAN GERALD GUILMETTE DIRECTOR OF HEALTH AND CHARITIES BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION ALDERMAN JOHN J. FALLON DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTY AND PARKS �FELICITATIONS ON THE 30TH ANNUAL CONVENTION of the Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts "May Your Spirit Never Die" NICHOLAS J. CALLAHAN Director of Engineering COMPLIMENTS OF THOMAS J. LANE 7th Congressional District Massachusetts �BEST WISHES Secretary of State Joseph D. Ward FOR GOVERNOR COMPLIMENTS OF . Atty. Joseph A. Miragliotta CANDIDATE FOR FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE A Qualified Candidate Willing To Serve The Public �With The Best Wishes of CONGRESSMAN JOHN W. McCORMACK 12th Congressional District Massachusetts BEST WISHES FR!OM . . . REP. FRANK S. GILES MINORITY LEADER House of Representatives State of Massachusetts BEST WISHES For A Progressive Convention ATTORNEY MARTIN T. CAMACHO -•Law Offices at Pemberton Square, Boston Inman Square, Cambridge �One of New England's Most Eeautiful and Modern Air-Conditioned Funeral Homes Available at No Charge To You Pitocchelli Funeral Home This home is dedicated to the memory of those who in Eternal Sleep repose herein and is for the use and comfort of relatives and friends Three Embalmers 5 Beautiful Parlors - Lady Assistant 2 Men's Lounges - 2 Women's Lounges Complete Privacy We consider it an obligation 1o keep the funeral cost within the limits a family can afford PITOCCHELLI BROS. INC. Fun e ral Directors Telephone: fv\.Urdock 2-1334 �BEST WISHES The Bay View Food Products, Inc. Distributors of STRIETMANN COOKIES AND CRACKERS Telephone MUrdock 2-1080 26 Annis Street Methuen, Mass. Mail Address Box 834, Lawrence MR. MANUEL MENDOSA District Sale Supervisor A GOOD BANK FOR YOU • SAVINGS ACCOUNTS • CHECK CREDIT • CLUB ACCOUNTS • CHARGE PLAN • BANK-BY-MAIL • FREE PARKING AVAILABL E AT ALL OFFICES • EVERY ARLINGTON TRUST BOOK MAY BE USED AT EVERY ARLINGTON TRUST OFFICE • CHECKING ACCOUNTS 1 7 Office s in Law re nce, Me th uen , Middleton , North Andover �Best Wishes Amick Cabral, Pres. Sam Desell, Vice Pres. JEFFSON, INC. GENERAL TRUCKING I.C.C. Motor Carrier & D. P. U. Rights Contracting - Landscaping Sand - Loam - Gravel - Hot Top Jeffrey J. Vasconcelos, Treas Jeffrey Vasconcelos, Clerk - M.gr. Telephones: MUrdock 2-8781 - Glenview 2-5863 Lawrence, Massachusetts Best Wishes for a Successful Convention BISHOP'S Fine Foods Choice Liquors Specializing in Oriental Dishes 283 Oak St. Lawrence, Mass. Telephone MU 3-7143 �BEST WISHES . . . . FALL RIVER LADIES' COUNCIL FALL RIVER MEN'S COUNCIL PORTUGUESE-AMER ICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS COMPLIMENTS OF THE . . . LOWELL COUNCIL PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS SUCCESS AND BEST WISHES , . . DIGHTON COUNCIL PO RTUGU ESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE O F M A SSACHUSETTS SUCCESS TO THE . . . PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS ON THEIR 30TH ANNUAL CONVENTION "MAY THE SPIRIT NEVER DIE" A FRIEND �BEST WISHES . . . REHOBOTH - SEEKONK COUNCIL Mr. Manuel Silva, Jr., President PORTUGUESE AMER ICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS . . COMPLIMENTS OF . SOMERSET COUNCIL "The Friendly Council" PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS COMPLIMENTS OF . . . PEABODY COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS COMPLIMENT,S OF . . . PROVINCETOWN COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS �"It's the New" . CAMPUS REST AU RANT Fine Food - Modest Prices Chef and Prop. - Edward Marks TELEPHONE TEXTILE AVENUE GL 2-8351 LOWELL, MASS Compliments of - SEARS - ROEBUCK CO. -•We Service What We Sell �MAC'S MEN'S AND BOYS' SHOP · "Modern Formal Rental Service" TEL. MU 2-8382 l 39-14 l ESSEX STREET LAWRENCE, MASS. COMPLIMENTS OF . . . GEL T'S SUPER MARKET Frozen Foods - Meats - Provisions TEL. TW 8-2652 5 . SO. BROADWAY SALEM DEPOT, NEW HAMPSHIRE GREETINGS TO OUR CONVENTION DELEGATES, MEMBERS & FRIENDS FROM VICE PRESIDENT & MRS. ARTHUR JOAQUIN Lawrence Men's Council P.A. C. L. BEST WISHES . . COMPLIMENTS . . TONY'S RADIO AND TELEVISION SERVICE General Repair of TV, Radios & Appliances Tony Savastano, Prop Tel. MU 3-7378 112 Lawrence St. Lawrence, Mass. . OF A FRIEND �Portuguese-American Civic League of Massachusetts LA WREN CE COUNCIL Thirtieth Annual Convention - Nineteen Hundred and Sixty September 3rd - September 4th - September 5th Official Program of Activities CONVENTION HEADQUARTERS P.A.C.A. Hall, 2 Saratoga Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts CONVENTION BALL Freedman's Banquet Hall, Broadwa y , Lawrence, Massachusetts CONVENTION BANQUET Freedman's Banquet Hall, Broadway, Lawrence, Massachusetts BUSINESS SESSION P.A.C.A. Hall, 2 Sara toga Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts Saturday, September 3rd REGISTRATION OF DELEGATES 2:00 P.M. to 5 :00 P.M . at P.A .C.A. Hall 7 :30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M . at Convention Ball CONVENTION BALL 8 :00 P.M. to 12 :00 P.M . - Gra nd March at l 0 :00 P.M . Open house will be held after the ball at the Club Headquarters, 2 Saratoga Street, Lawrence, Mass. Sunday, September 4th REG ISTRATION OF DELEGATES l 0:00 A..M. to 2 :00 P.M. at P.A .C.A. Hall 5:00 P . M. to 7:00 P.M . at Banquet Hall MASS FOR DELEGATES l 0 :00 A.M. at SS Peter & Paul's Church Chestnut Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts PARADE Parade begins at l :00 P.M,. and it will start at P.A .C.A. Hall Units will assen1ble at P.A.C.A. Hall at 12:00 Noon BANQUET 6:00 P.M . at Freedman's Banquet Hal l Invocation by Rev . John McCusker, O.S.A. Open house will be held after the banquet at P.A .C.A. Hall Monday, September 5th BUSINESS SESSION Bus iness Session will begin at 9 :00 A .M . at P.A.C.A. Hall 2 Saratoga Street, Lawrence, Mass. DRAWING OF RAFFLE Drawing of raffle will take place immediately after Business Session �COMPLIMENTS OF . . . D. T. SULLIVAN COAL CO. Coal, Coke - Range & Fuel Oils Heating Equipment - Mason Supplies Air Conditioning Tel. GL 4-7857 1012 GORHAM STREET LOWELL, MASS. WARCHOT MUSIC SHOP Music Instruments of Every Description Conn Band Instruments - Jannsen Pianos Expert Repairs TEL. MU 3-1875 376 COMMON STREET LAWRENCE, MASS. COMPLIMENTS OF . . . JOHN J. GAIL - WORKSHOP Furniture Refinished, Repaired, Redecorated FRENCH PROVINCIAL FINISHES -- ORNAMENTAL GOLD LEAFING ANTIQUE GLAZING 47 OSGOOD ST. EBONY FIN'ISHING MU 3-6702 METHUEN, MASS. MASTERS TELEVISION & APPLIANCE CO. G. E. Refrigerators, Washers, Ranges & Radios "Fine Furniture - Reasonable Prices" "Over 40 Yea rs of Dependable Service is Your Guarantee of Satisfaction" 291 BROADWAY - TEL. MU 2-8 367 - LAWRENCE, MASS. �COMPLIMENTS OF . . . LINCOLN FLOOR COVERING CO., INC. JIM & JOE NASSER, Props. Floor Refinishing Floors Sanded Sanding Machines For Rent Expert Installation of Rugs - Asphalt Tile - Rubber Tile - Wall Tile 159 BROADWAY - TEL. MU 3-7342 LAWRENCE, MASS. - BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION H. B. BYORS PLUMBING & HEATING CONTRACTORS Industrial Commercial Domestic Plumbing & Heating Installations of Every Description TEL. NE l - 1516-1-0460 19 HIGHLAND TERRACE MARBLEHEAD, MASS. �STATE CONVENTION 1960 LAWRENCE COUNCIL OFFICERS GENERAL CHAIRMAN Mr . Michael Silva CONVENTION SECRETARY Mrs. Mary Rose Picanso CONVENTION TREASURER Mr. Thomas Sousa PROGRAM CHAIRMAN Mr. Herman Espinola CO-CHAIRMAN Mrs . Irene •Bonacor'si ASSIST ANT SECRETARY Miss Adeline Cardoza ASSISTANT TREASURER Mr . John Joaquim CO-CHAIRMAN Mr . Fred Bonacorsi COMMITTEE Mr. Alvaro Gaiolas Mr . Arthur Joaquin Mr. Michael Silva Mr. Charles Cordoza Mrs. Louise Joaquin RAFFLE CHAIRMAN Mr. Raymond Silva Mr. Raymond Silva Mrs . Eileen Curry Mr . Jeffrey Vasconcelos Mrs . Flora Silva Mrs. Helen Silva C0°CHAIRMAN Mrs . Flora Silva COMMITTEE Mr. Fred Bonacorsi BANQUET CHAIRMAN Mr. Joseph Picanso Mr. Amick Cabral CO-CHAIRMAN Mr . H. Saab COMMITTEE Mr . John Silva Mrs. Therese Campisi Mrs. Isabel Vasconcelos Mrs. Mary Cabral BALL CHAIRMAN CO-CHAIRMAN Mr. Charles Cardoza Mrs . Rose Cardoza HOUSING CHAIRMAN CO-CHAIRMAN Mr . Jeffrey Vasconcellos Mr. Manuel Sousa PUBLICITY CHAIRMEN Mr . Fred Couto Mr. Joseph Lima ENTERTAINMENT CHAIRMAN CO-CHAIRMAN Mr . Ted Azevedo Mr. Manuel Joaquin COMMITTEE Mr. Michael Halinsky Mrs . Felicia Halinsky Mr. Joseph Amaral Mrs . Mary Amaral Mrs. Helen Silva Mrs . Flora Silva Mr. Joseph Lynch Mrs. Ezilda Lynch Mr. Amick Cabral . Mr. Fred Bonacorsi CREDENTIAL CHAIRMAN Miss Adeline Cardoza Mr. Edward Joaquin Mr. John Silva Mr. Alex Silva Mr. Charles Caldeira Mr. Victor Silva Mr. Louis Silva Mr . Edward Hoegan Mrs. Candida Hoegan Mr. Ronald Silva Mr. John Joaquim CO-CHAIRMAN Miss Eva Olivira COMMITTEE Mrs . Virg inia Lon g o Mrs. Florence Joaquin Mrs . Beatrice Coutu Mrs. Mary Cabral RECEPTION CHAIRMAN Mrs . Mildred Sousa PARADE CHAIRMAN CO-CHAIRMAN Mrs . Ezilda Silva Mr. Domenic Longo COMMITTEE Mrs. Helen Silva Mrs . Mary Cabral Mrs. Mary Amaral Mrs . Aldina Pacheco �BEST WISHES DARTMOUTH COUNCIL "May The Spirit Never Die" COMPLIMENTS Of THE MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COUNCIL Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Tavares Mr. and Mrs. Emidio Raposa Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Oliveira Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Mello Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Santos Mr. and Mrs. Antone Perry Mr. and Mrs. William Martin Miss Beverly Perry Mr. and Mrs. Antone Barboza Miss Olivia DeMello Mr. and Mrs, Raymond Cambra Miss Joan Sam'on Mr. and Mrs. Walter Piva Mr. Donald Mello �FRO~ LAWRENCE MEN'S A PRESIDENT Michael Silva VICE PRESIDENT Arthur Joaquin SECRETARY Thomas Sousa TREASURER John Joaquim BOARD OF DIRECTORS Charles Cardoza John Silva Raymond Silva Frank Silva Edwin Azevedo BUILDING TRUSTEES Manuel Joaquin Fred Couto Leno Mendaca Edward R. Joaquin Alvaro Gaiolas RECEIVER Ronald Silva PURCHASING AGENT Manuel D. Sousa INSIDE GUARD Anthony Enus, Jr. MASTER OF CEREMONIES Louis Silva BAR TENDER Manuel Coelho STATE DIRECTORS Raymond Silva Jeffrey Vasconcelos �[THE ~D LADl~S' COUNCILS PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT Mary Rose Picanso Helen Silva TREASURER Helen Sears SECRETARY Mary Anderson FINANCIAL SECRETARY Beatrice Couto PUBLICITY AGENT Irene Simoes INSIDE GUARD Candida Hoegan MISTRESS OF CEREMONIES SUNSHINE LADY Julia Andrews Flora Silva BOARD OF DIRECTORS STATE DIRECTORS Julia Andrews Mary Rose Picanso Virginia Longo Flora Silva Rose Cardoza �. . GREETINGS FROM . NEW BEDFORD MEN'S COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS COMPLIMENTS OF . . . NEW BEDFORD LADIES COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS BEST WISHES . WESTPORT COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGU E O F MASSACHUSETTS .COMPLIMENTS OF THE . . . PLYMOUTH COUNCIL Manuel Vaz, President PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS �JOSEF Hair Stylist - 1 Personalized Styling TELEPHONE MU 2-4271 AIR CONDITIONED SALON 414 ESSEX STREET, 2nd Floor LAWRENCE, MASS. RENDEZVOUS, INC. SILVIO MANZI, Prop. Specializing in Steak - Chicken - Lobster 3 PRIVATE DINING ROOMS - ACCOMMODATIONS FOR 550 PEOPLE Private Parties - Wedding Receptions - Banquets Dancing and Entertainment 280 MERRIMACK ST., METHUEN TELS. MU 2-2751 - 9-9548 Bridal Consultants Jewelers MODERNE SHOPPE "The House of Brides" Bridal Gowns Shown By Appointment - Open Evenings 125 MERRIMACK ST., METHUEN, MASS. - Branch of Caruso's Jewelry TEL. MU 3-1111 �GREETINGS FROM . . Store: MU 2-8226 MAROUN BROS., INC. WHOLESALE GROCERS Telephone MU 6-6548 75 Manchester St. Lawrence, Mass. Flowe rs for any occasion Res. : MU 3-9921 IDEAL POUL TRY MART HOT BARBECUE CHICKENS CUT UP POULTRY - STRICTLY FRESH EGGS Lawrence , Mass. 109 Lawrence St. BEST WISHES . JOHN'S FLOWER SHOP LUIGI'S RESTAURANT Louis Laudani, .Prop . Telephone Telephone MU 7-7314 Res. : MU 6-6634 228 Hampshire St. Lawrence, Mass i "Where you taste the difference" AT NEWBURY & METHUEN STREETS Lawrence, Mass. Tel . MU 9-9181 COM PLIMENTS OF . COMPLIMENTS OF . ALBERT E. SCHLOTT MARUM'S RETAIL STORE INCORPORATED "Your Goodyear Tire Dealer" MEN 'S Lawrence, Mass. COMPLLMENTS OF . CHILDREN'S HOSIERY Telephone MU 3-7137 314 So. Broadway WOMEN 'S 15 Union St. Lawrence, Mass. C0MPLLMENTS OF . KAISER BARBER SHOP Corner Jackson & Berkeley Streets Lawrence, M,ass. DR. JOSEPH F. GURRY �BEST WISHES . . . GLASSTILE BATHROOMS KITCHEN SPECIALISTS CITY MIRROR AND GLASS CO., INC. Louis Mello, Treas . MIRRORS RESILVERED 174 Water Street Lawrence, M,ass. 465 Merrimac Street Lowell, Mass. Telephone Telephone GL 2-5976 MU 2-2857 MU 2-5976 MIRRORS - AUTO GLASS - STORE FRONTS - OVERHEAD DOORS BEST WISHES FOR A MOST SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION JOHN A. VOLPE CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. CONTRACTORS AND ENGINEERS Malden, Massachuse1ts �BEST WISHES . ESSEX EXPRESS, INC. TRUCKS COVERING ALL POINTS 255 Erving Ave . Telephone La w rence, Mass. MU 7-7888 . . COMPLIMENTS OF . LAWRENCE BEVERAGE CO., INC. 80 Cambridge St. Telephone Methuen, Mass. MU 3-1510 BEST WISHES . . . FLORAL DESIGNS - POTTED PLANTS - CUT FLOWERS ROSE BUD FLOWERS " Flowers Telegraphed Everywhere" Telephone MU 3-8705 85 Lawrence Street, corner Elm Street COMPLIMENTS OF . . Lawrence, Mass. . JACKSON SHOE STORE WHERE PRICES SELL AND QUALITY TELLS SHOES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY 94 Jackson Street Lawrence, Mass. �COMPLIMENTS OF . SWANSEA COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS President President ~adies Branch Men's Council No. 1 Mrs. Natalie Joaquin Joseph Miarks CAMBRIDGE AND SOMERVILLE COUNCIL Holy Ghost Committee Executive Board Michael Nardone Joseph F. Mello Flora Silva Raymond Silva BEST WISHES STATE DIRECTORS OF LAWRENCE COUNCIL Mary Rose Picanso 1959 - 1960 Jeffrey Vasconcelos �COMPLIMENTS OF . . . A FRIEND Best Wishes for a Successful Convention TAUNTON MEN'S COUNCIL Francis S. Crovello, President PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC L~AGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS BEST WISHES FROM , ~ • TAUNTON LADIES COUNCIL PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS �Call MU 7-7178 and FINDEISEN'S FARMS, INC. Will Service You With TOP QUALITY MILK You Will Be Another of Our Satisfied Customers Methuen, Mass. 155 Lowell St. COMPLIMENTS OF . . . LAWRENCE AWNING CO. COMMERCIAL CANVAS WORK Divi si on of PETE'S AUTO TOP 130 JACKSON ST. - TEL. MU 2-2453 - LAWRENCE, MASS. FOR THE HOUSE OF YOUR DREAMS, CONSULT . . . LOUIS MARION & SON General Contractors & Builders Industrial - , Res idential LEANDER MARION BUSINESS OFFICE 100 TEXTILE AVENUE 12 , MARTIN ST., LOWELL, MASS. TELEPHONES . TELS. GL 9-9121 - 3-7611 �Compliments of . .. WELCOME PETTORUTO'S MARKET FORD'S TAVERN Edmund Costa, Prop. Quality Meats & Provisions 320 COMMON STREET LAWRENCE, MASS. 122 ELM ST. SOBIL'S DEPT. STORE LAWRENCE, MASS. Comp lirrients of . . . Shoes and Clothing For the JOHN D. JOAQUIM Entire Family Treasurer 132 LAWRENCE LOWELL, STREET Plumbing & Heating 24 FOSTER ST. MU 2-1394 - P. A. C. L. MASS. WILLIAM HA YES & SON TEL. Lawrence Men's Council LOWELL, MASS. JOHNNY'S SHELL STATION Compl iments of . . . Miss Delia Cunha Mrs. Manuel Cunha "May The Spirit Never Die" BEST WISHES. . . AL'S DINER AAA Towing 301 BROADWAY - SALEM, DEPOT, N . H. SOUTH BROADWAY LAWRENCE, MASS. �PAST SUPREME PRESIDENTS PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS Mr. Jov iano Joaquin Cambridge, Mass. 1951 -1953 Mr. Charles Frates New Bedford, Mass. Miss May Louise Orcutt New Bedford, Mass. 1945-1947 1953-1955 :Atty. Joseph F. Francis Fairhaven, Mass. Mrs . Anna Borges Fall River, Mass. 1935-1936 1955-1956 Mrs. Mary Crawley Plymouth, Mass. 1951 These are a few of the Past Supreme Presidents who have served in the best interests of the PortugueseAmerican Civic League of Massachusetts. They have proved in countless ways that the spirit truly never dies. �THE P.A.C.A. JUNIOR LEAGUE of LAWRENCE Extends a hearty welcome to all the councils P.A.C.A. Drum and Bugle Corps DRUMS CHAIRMAN Raymond Foley, Captain Joseph Foley Norman Tardugno Edward Joaquim., Robert Rietano Joseph Rietano Michael Assaff Gerald Fitzgerald Herman Espinola CO-CHAIRMEN Manuel Sousa Thomas Sousa INSTRUCTOR Kenneth Pica Richard Lima Edward Grigoli Jerry JoaqU'inJ John Bradish DRUM MAJOR John Silva BUGLES Manuel Sousa, Captain Dennis Fitzgerald Richard DeSimone Ronald Simoes Stephen Sousa Raymond Champy Stephen Espinola John Joaquin Joseph Joaquin George Pacheco Joseph DiPaolo Lenny Ricite Robert Sambataro Donald DeFransisco Kenneth Haggar Richard Sarastano P. A. C. A. Drill Team DIRECTORS Flora Silva - Theresa Campisi Janice Costa, Leader Karen Tardugno Noreen Pacheco Janice Silva Maureen Bettencourt Cheryl Silva Shirley Simbes June Lynch Noreen Bonacorsi Donna Oliviera Joyce Silva Carol Espinola Charlene Tarkesian Donna DeFransisco Patricia Silva Paula Lynch Marie Espinola Shiela Mattos �COMPLIMENTS OF . . . FIRESIDE INN MOTEL Route 28 Salem, New Hampshire -•COCKTAIL LOUNGE - COFFEE SHOPPE - DINING ROOM SALEM'S LARGEST MOTEL 42 MODERN UNITS FREE TELEVISION· AIR CONDITIONED UNITS 3 Miles North of Lawrence l / 4 Mile from Rockingham Race Track Commercial Rates Available Sidney Goodrich Manager Telephone TW 8-2600 - 8-7966 �NEW ENGLAND'S MOST MODERN HALL Available for: Weddings Banquets Showers Special Occasions -•MERRIMACK VALLEY'S OLDEST CATERERS 98 Broadway Reservations Lawrence, Mass. MU3-2lll �SUCCESS TO THE P.A.C.L. CONVENTION May The Spirit Never Die The Doctor Success to the P.A. C. L. on Their 30th Annual Convention ATTY. VICTOR L. HATEM Lawrence, Mass. 30 l Essex Street Telephone MU 3-6763 BEST WISHES CHARLES FRATES County Commissioner of Bristol County PAST SUPREME PRESIDENT NEW BEDFORD, MASS. McAULIFFE MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME l 37 Lawrence Street Lawrence, Mass. Tel. MU 2-8458 �S. REITANO & SON INSURANCE AGENCY Insurance of All Kinds - Real Estate -•LAWRENCE, MASS. 263 ESSEX STREET TELEPHONES MU 3- 1410 - MU 3-167 6 ROBERTO CONSTRUCTION CO. General Contractors Domestic - Industrial - Commercial Concrete Forms A Specialty 460 MAIN STREET WAKEFIELD, MASS. TELEPHONE Crystal 9-3920 �EYLES ELECTRIC COMPANY Electrical Contractors - Consulting Engineering Factory Maintenance 659 RIVER STREET TEL FITCHBURG, MASS. FITCH BURG DI 2-1040 - LUNENBURG JU 2-4756 A Live Wire Outfit MONROE COMPANY OF LYNN Plumbing and Heating Supplies 165 CO/ilMERCIAL STREET LYNN, MASS. TEL. LYNN 2-1736 STANDARD HARDWARE CO., Inc. Plumbing, Heating & Electrical Supplies Everything in the Line of Hardware 257 SUiv\MER STREET LYNN , MASS. TEL. LYNN 2-1402 MORRIS & SON CONSTRUCTION CO. General Contractors & Engineers 219 CENTRAL STREET LOWELL, MASS. TEL. GL 4-7876 �COMPLIMENTS OF A FRIEND IMPERIAL WEDDING SERVICES Complete Wedding Arrangements Catering For All Occasions MU 3-8040 201 LAWRENCE STREET CEASAR£ SIMOES, Prop. FRANCESCO'S MARKET Meats, Groceries, Provisions 90B LAWRENCE STREET FREE DELIVERY LAWRENCE, MASS. TEL. MU 3-6622 J. A. LEONE & SONS OIL CO. Hi Test 303 - The Premium Red Fuel Oil LAWRENCE, MASS. '296 BROADWAY TEL. MU 7-7101 - NITES, SUN . & HOL. MU 7-7101 �TILO ROOFING COMPANY, Inc. Manufacturers & Applicators of AAA Siding & Roofing TELEPHONE MU 3-6921 387 WATER STRE.ET LAWRENCE, MASS. P. A. C. L. Welcome, May Your Good Works Benefit Future Generations STORKLINE OF MASS., Inc. M. J. Enus, Mgr. WORLD'S LARGEST .MFG'R. OF JUVENILE FURNITU'RE MARBLE MOTOR COMPANY "Your Authorized Cadillac Dealer in Methuen" Cadillac - Olds Sales and Service LAFAYETTE SQUARE HAVERHILL, MASS. LOU IS J. MARCELLO & SONS Wholesale Provisions TELEPHONE MU 8-7477 304 BROADWAY METHUEN, MASS. �BEST WISHES CARPETS BY Mohawk, Alexander Smith, Gulistan, Firth · BEST WI SHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION PERDIS ROOFING & SIDING CO . . Siding & Roofing Repairs Our Specialty PLANT: 9 ARTHUR STREET, METHUEN BRANCH OFFICE - - TEL. MU 2-8577 2 OAKLAND AVE., METHU!EN Best Wishes to The P. A. C..L. E. CUNHA CONSTRUCTION. CO. 300 Locust Street Danvers, Mass. TAYLOR-JULEY ELECTRONICS DEVICES Box 97 Beverly, Mass. �SQUARE DEAL FURNITURE COMPANY "Cash" Everything to Furnish Your Home TEL. MiU 2-4059 JOHN ENUS - FRED TOSCANO, Props. 102 SOUTH UNION STREET "Credit" SOUTH LAWRENCE, MASS. DOLCE'S Restaurant and Catering Service Specializing in WEDDINGS - RECEPTIONS - TESTIMONIALS TEL. MU 3-5321 LAWRENCE, MASS. CREGG BLDG. DANNY MILLS Clothes of Distinction TEL. GL 3-2814 161 CENTRAL STREET LOWELL, MASS. GREETINGS FROM. . . FAY & DRISCOLL, Inc. Distributors of General Tires and Batteries Vulcanizing, Retreading, Recapping TEL. MU 3-31 31 576 HAVERHILL STREET LAWRENCE, MASS. �Sales and Service Telephone MU 5-5876 MODERN RADIO & TV SERVICE EXPERT REPAIR WORK ON ALL MAKES Joseph Costa, Manager La w rence, Mass. 18 White Street ALICE NEWTON FRANZ SCHOOL OF DANCING BALLROOM 50 l Broadway Lawrence, fl/\ass. Adult and Children 's Classes in BALLET - TAP - BATON - ACROBATICS Private or Group Instructions Bus. Phone: MU 6-6483 Res. Phone: MU 2-9362 . ,BEST WISHES TO THE . • PORTUGUESE AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE ON THEIR 30TH ANNUAL CONVENTION Compliments of PURITY BEAUTY SALON MU 6-6552 355 Common Street Lawrence, Mass. CQMPLIMENTS OF . . . SEARS BROTHERS 30 Ohio Avenue Lawrence, Mass. �LAWRENCE RECREATION CENTER 52 Bowling Lanes - 7 Billiard Tables Snack Bar Sundays & Holidays Open Daily 9 a. m. to 11 p. m. l p. m. to 11 p m. LAWRENCE, MASS. 9 HAMPSHIRE STREET TELEPHONE MU 3-0392 TREAT HARDWARE CORPORATION Power Tools - Tools For All Trades Sports Goods Paint, Wallpaper and Accessories LAWRENCE, MASS. 582 ESSEX STREET TELEPHONE MU 5-5115 �ROYAL FEAST POTATO CHIP CO. WE MAKE OUR OWN POTATO CHIPS Fresh Daily - Wholesale & Retail Factory Office and Retail Store Methuen, M:ass. MU 3-0961 79 Lowell Blvd. GUARANTEED FLOWERS A COMPLETE GIFT LINE SAUNDRA JEANNINE ARTISTRY IN FLOWERS Mary H. Troisi, Prop. - E. ~I Troisi MU 6-6612 27 Jackson Stre.et CONGRATULATIONS FROM . Lawrence, Mass. . THE FIVE FLATS Thomas Sousa Residence Manager 51 Ames Street GREETINGS FROM . . Telephone MU 8-7727 . THE NEW CHICKERING CLUB l 140 Osgood Street No. Andover, Mass. �SLOMBO OIL CO. Emil M. Slombo - Carl Geisler, Props. RANGE - FUEL - POW1:R BURNERS 24 Hour Power Burner Service Lawrence, Mass. 102-104 Marston Street Tel. MU 3-6333 Jeffrey Vasconcelos & Al Gaiolas, Props. LAWRENCE CANVAS COMPAN:Y ALL TYPES OF CANVAS AND AWNING MANUFACTURING AND REPAIRING 'N._ATERPROOF BOAT AND TRUCK COVERS 137½ Valley Street Lawrence, Mass. COMPLIMENTS OF . . PICA'S SERVICE STATION GAS - OIL - LUBE AND REPAIRS 40 White Street Telephone Lawrence, Mass. MU 9°9512 BEST WISHES . . . NORTH ANDOVER SUPPLY WHOLESALE AND RETAIL PLUMBING SUPPLIES Eljer Fixtures - Utica Boilers Complete Line of Brass Goods 555 Chickering Road Large Telephone North Andover Parking Area MJJ 3-8993 �BOOSTERS LAWRENCE COUNCIL Mr. and Mrs. Arthur S. Falcon Mrs. Beatrice Couto Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tarkesian Mrs. Eileen Curry Mr. and Mrs . John Silva Mc and Mrs. Charles Caldeira Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Andrews Mr. and Mrs. Bart Reis Mr . and Mrs. Cappy Saab Mr. and Mrs. Manuel B. Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Mello Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bonacorsi Mr. and Mrs. Edward J. Hoegen Mr. and Mrs. John S. Rosa Mr. and Mrs. Manuel D. Sousa, Jr. Mr . and Mrs. Arthur B. Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Azevedo Mr . and Mrs . Don Longo Mr. and Mrs. Don Rietano Mr. and Mrs. George Pacheco El Iiott's Stores Mr . and Mrs. Anthony Espinola Mr. and Mrs. Frank Silva, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Borges Mr. and Mrs . Manuel Mendonsa Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Silva Mr. Victor E. Silva Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Lynch Mt. and Mrs. Jose Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Silva Mr . and Mrs Leo Corneau Mr . and Mrs. Alec Silva Mr. and Mrs. Roland Tardugno Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Silva Mr. and Mrs. Armand DeSimone Mr. and Mrs. Fred McHugh Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Sousa Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Mbtto Mr. and Mrs . Frank Bettencourt Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Cabral Mr . Ronald J. Sears Mr . and Mrs. Charles Silva, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Sears Mr. Herman Espinola Mr. and Mrs. Edward Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Coehlo Mr . and Mrs. Michael Silva Mr. and Mrs. Thomras Sousa Miss Adaline Cardoza Miss Eva Olivera Mr . and Mrs . Gerald Fitzgerald Mr. and Mrs. Jake Caflipisi Mr. and Mrs . Daniel Lima Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Enus, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John Silva Mr. and Mrs. Amick Cabral Mr. and Mrs. Fred Couto Mr. and Mrs. Manuel D. Sousa, Jr. Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Amaral Mr. and Mrs. Eurico Cunha Mr. and Mrs. J. Vasconcelos, Jr. Mrs. Lillian Defrancisco Mr. and Mrs . Joseph Olivera Mr. and Mrs . Lino Mendaca Mr. and Mrs . Alvaro Gaiolas Mr. and Mrs. Cyriaco Sousa Mr. and Mrs. Titonio Azevedo Mr. and Mrs Michael Halsinky Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Vasconcelos Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cardoza M,r. and Mrs. Louis Silva Mr. Enzileno Espinola Mr. Joseph R. Silva Mr. John B. Sears Miss Carol Joaquin Mr. and Mrs. Salvatore Reis Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lima Mr. and Mrs. Dom Germana Mrs. Rose Cabral Mr. and Mrs . Marion Mattos Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cravino Mr. and Mrs. James Cabral Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J . Sears Mrs. Mary J. Mello �BOOSTERS KIDDIES KORNOR Stephen Espinola Marie Espinola Donna Curry Noreen Bonacorsi Sheree Lee Joaquin Donna Marie Azevedo Gale Ann Azevedo Eleanor Silva Joyce Sil va Marie Eleanor Enus Paula Lynch June Lynch Keith Silva Marl e ne Cabral Donna Defranc isco Dona Id Defrancisco Marion L. Borges Beverly J. Borges Mary Mattos Shelia Mattos Rosemary Picanso BOOSTERS CAMBRIDGE Mrs. Joseph Andre w s Mr . and Mrs . Duarte Araufo Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Resendes Mr . and Mrs . Leo Andrews Mr. and Mrs . John Delgado Mr . and Mrs . Manuel Mattos Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. and Mrs . Manuel Camara Octave Saraiva and Mrs . Joseph Lima and MJrs . James Mettalo Anthony Monte and Mrs. Luis Batist da Camara STOUGTON "Stormy" Correia RHODE ISLAND Helena A. Sylvia FREETOWN BERKELEY Mr . and Mrs . Charles Lyons Mr. and Mrs Antone I. Jose' LOWELL Mr . and Mrs . Joseph P. Costa Mr . and Mrs . Joseph Piexhote Mr. and Mrs. Howard E. Humphrey Mr . and Mrs. Danie l Costa PEABODY Mr. and Mrs . James Bettencourt Miss Rose L. Aguira FALL RIVER Mr. and Mrs. Roland Rob illard Mr . and Mrs. Manuel Rego Mr. Manuel Tavares Mr. Hannibal Costa Mr. and Mrs. John Lindo Miss Gina Antunes Miss Susanne Silveira Mr . and Mrs. James King Mr. Ray Gomes Mr. Gerald Santos Mr. Frank Dutra PLYMOUTH Mr . and Mrs . M,a nuel Vaz Mr. and Mrs . Alfred Cross Mrs . Mary Youngman �COMPLIMENTS OF . . . COMPLIMENTS OF . . . PAGES SANDWICH CO. JUDITH ANN CORREIA SANDWICHES FOR ALL OCCASIONS Tel. MU 2-9808 91 Jackson Street MU 2-9107 Methuen, Mass. The committee wishes to thank the business and professional men, the member councils of the Portuguese American Civic League of Massachusetts and above all the members of the Lawrence Council, who, through hard work and tireless effort, have made this book possible. We also urge our members and friends to give consideration to our generous merchants, whom, financially, helped make this convention a great success. Thank you, HERMAN ESPINOLA "May The Spirit Never Die" COMPLIMENTS OF . . . FRED DAHER FURNITURE UPHOLSTERERS GENERAL REPAIRING "Service and Quality" Telephone Bus. MU 2-3040 325 Elrr1 Street Lawrence, Mass. Res. M,U 2-4455 COMPLIMENTS OF . . . SALES 24-HOUR SERVICE NARDONE & SONS RANGE AND FUH OILS Philip Nardone Telephones MU 2-4 l 00 - 2-8968 �FUNERAL HOME No Charge for use of Modern Air Conditioned Chapels in Haverhill and Lawrence - Lawrence Chapel - - Haverhill Chapel - 160 Garden Street 7 Bartlett Street MUrdock 5-5379 DRake 3-3252 �J . T . GRELLE PRINTING CO. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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The past few years have marked enormous growth for LHC as they move from being an organization that ‘collects and preserves’ stories of the city to one that animates these stories for current residents, researchers, and visitors to Lawrence through rich and varied programming, the strength of our collections and the power of the history of an immigrant city on the rise.</span> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1920-1999 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource JPEG PDF Language A language of the resource English Portuguese Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Text Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Westport Council https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/42465/archive/files/b4b7fa3ada5bd2df5c4b082b166b27e0.pdf?Expires=1782345600&Signature=ANL3YMdLVexX5wCTSMCk8lrtohq4almoG8445TX5zpxhA5V4%7EUikD5kvgEduo0gn2YbJHMzTKPK--elP773bkCIRBu1wbH4eHnjcoUuu7NjGkrljJP0eF-hVb0YTL%7EhSpUb1zHDZ9gZ7m-jKWiaPLi%7EkRoGnMVOkwyj50y8cJ1abWOD0E8xNGkD7Kz3zHUAHVnC-WCvFTZAoKflQcCY6MAuQv9DgrH0atngbwKccU1VA%7EhWIFexuvRX0SO89cZB7RXuN71rJIt-Q5jRvkKNOJBwbfuePVfnJNffDRc%7Eo4WKpw74irWs8eCE%7EE6EzhI3np1xTtRxazQpHcGmwkjS2ew__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 938df9447d5dfb6e7e76350e42f34f16 PDF Text Text ' ELEVENTH ANNUAL CONVENTION of lke PORTUGUESE-AMERI CAN CIVIC LEAGUE OF MASSACHUSETTS SpomoreJ blJ lite LOWELL COUNCIL al Lowell, MassachuseHs ofu9wl 30, 31, 1941 September, �I t The committee in ch rge of this souvenir program wish to express thanks to all who have contributed in any way toward its uccess. All proceeds derived from this convention will be used to further our program of naturalization and Americanization. Kindly remember all advertisers who have favored us. We recommend them to you as worthy of your patronage. Again may we say, ma:ny, many thanks. .:. ~t;t ~ ~~ ' . .~l His HoNOR GEORGE T. AsHE Lowell's Splendid Mayor whose sincere cooperation materially aided this convention �JOHN BRAD Y 155 CHUR CH ST. Complim ents of Complim ents of REHO BOTH and SEEKO NK PORT UGUE SE-AM ERICA N P.A. C. L. CIVIC LEAGUE "May the Spirit Never Die." Plymo uth Men's Council Teaming and Trucki ng Dealer in Coal, Wood, Sand, Gravel Cement and Cinders MANUEL BETTENC OURT Treasurer PORT UGUE SE-AM ERICA N CIVIC LEAGUE Plymo uth Ladies' Council OFFICE RS Pres.- Mrs. Amelia Content e 1st Vice-Pr es.-Mrs. Mary Crawley 2nd Vice-Pr es.-Miss Connie Souza Treas.-M rs. Beatrice Santos Sec.-Mi ss Mary Ann Souza Fin. Sec.-Mi ss Eva Pinto Board of Directors Mrs. Emily Lewis Mrs . . Mary Pacheco Mrs. Mary Cross Mrs. Rose Morgard o Mrs. Bernadin a Valente Door Guards Mrs. Trinity Motto Miss Deolinda Costa Compliments of P. A. C. L. PEABODY COUN CIL OFFICE RS Pres.-Joseph P. Sousa Vice Pres.-F rank Silva Sec.-An na J. De Freitas Treas.- Lucy R. Aguiar Master of Ceremo niesAnthony J. Foster lnnergu ard-Ant hony A. Chaves Ad'Visory Board Mary M. Mello Helen Amaral Foster Corey James Marshall William Amaral Directors Foster Corey Sylvene Bettenco urt Welfare Board Alice Silva Helen Amaral Joseph Sousa Anthony Foster Dial 2-4251 You furnish the house -We furnish the home NEYM AN FURN ITURE CO. Complete Home Furnishers Represented by Manuel Jardine Antho ny Sousa John Sousa Louis Perry 193-199 Middlesex St. Lowell, Mass. Tel. 20921 SPINN EY'S GARA GE 340 CENTR AL ST. Opp. Gates Theatr e Storage and Repairing Towing Open Day and Night �St. cAntbony's Parish LOWELL, MASS. + + + BEST The initial steps, to have a Portuguese Parish in Lowell, were taken in 1901 by a group of Pioneer members of the Portuguese colony with the aid of Rev. Anthony J. Pimentel, then of Boston, now of East Cambridge. Our first church of Saint Anthony was dedicated on May 19, 1901. It was located at the corner of Gorham and Congress Streets. WISHES from New Bedford Men's Council In January, 1902, Rev. Joaquim V. Rosa came as our first pastor. Under his hard work the present St. Anthony's Church was dedicated to God, on May 30, 1908. The Rt. Rev. Bishop Henrique J. R. da Silva succeeded Fr. Rosa in 1911. Portuguese-American Civic League Since July 2, 1924 our Parish has been under the care of our present Pastor, Rev. Joseph T. T. Grillo. Under his watchful care the embellishment of the Church and its surroundings became a real fact as also Saint Anthony's momument, commemorating the seventh centenary Jubilee of our Patron. Sodalities of the church include Daughters of Mary, St. Vincent de Paul, Holy Name, Holy Rosary, Drum Corps, Mothers' Aid. ! Compliments of PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE Lawrence Ladies' Council OFFICERS Pres.-Mrs. Ezilda Cunha Vice Pres.-Miss Mary R. Silva Sec.-Miss Philomena Joaquin Fin.-Sec.-Miss Delia Cunha Treas.-Mrs. Olive Rosa Board of Directors Miss Christine Roderigues Miss Ezilda Cardoza Miss Mary Ann Lima Marshal-Miss Madeline Sears Inside Guard-Miss Adeline Roderigues State Directors Miss Ezilda Cunha Miss Delia Cunha Complim ents of PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC LEAGUE Somerville and Cambridge Ladies' Council Pres.-Mrs. Evelyn Gonsalves Vice Pres.-Mrs. Noemi Aguiar Rec. Sec.-Miss Florence Medeiros Corr. Sec.-Mrs. Louise Furtado Fin.-Sec.-Mrs. Louise Camara Treas.-Mrs. Bemvinda Belmonte Ritual Officer-Mrs. Beatrice Goulart Master of Ceremonies-Miss Lucy Godinho Vigilante-Mrs. Jesuina Reis Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. Directors Evelyn Saraiva Deolinda Sousa Mary Gonsalves Etelvina Silva Margaret Rocha Stale Directors Mrs. Stella Medeiros Miss Evelyn Gonsalves Masses on Sundays take place at 7.30, 9.00 and 11.30. On Holy Days of Obligation at 5.00 and 7.30. On week days at 7.30. Sunday School after the 9.00 o'clock Mass. Devotions to Owr Lord every Sunday evening, except in Summer, at 7.00 P.M. Devotions to Blessed Mother every Friday evening, except in Summer, at 7.30. Advanced Bible History every Monday afternoon at 4.15 except in Summer. Confessions: All Saturdays, days before Holy Days of Obligation and Thursdays before first Fridays, from 3.30 to 6.00 and 7.30 to 9.00 P. M. Monthly Communions: First Sunday of the Month, School Girls. Second Sunday of the Month, School Boys. Third Sunday of the Month, Holy Rosary. Fourth Sunday of the Month, Daughters of Mary. Quarterly Communion for the Holy Name: first Sundays of January, April, July and October. Baptisms: At 3.00 and 7.00 P. M. on Saturdays. Otherwise by appointment. Meetings of Sodalities: Rosary and Daughters of Mary after devotions the Friday before their Communion Sunday. After devotions Holy Name; after devotions of first Sunday of the month. Saint Vincent de Paul; after the last Mass every Sunday except the Summer months. Office hours: 1-2 and 6-8 P. M. except Sundays. �Portuguese-American C:ivic League OF MASSACHUSETTS DINE and DANCE Choice Liquors and Food First Supreme President Lowell 53 5 Merrimack St. Dial 2-8202 ANTHONY MEDINA, Prop. Compliments of International Baking Co. Lowell, Mass. 183 Gorham Street William Ii. Andrew Compli-m ents of COLE'S INN & HOTEL Lowell's Most Modern Hotel Garage Connections Former District Attorney of Middlesex County �Portuguese-American [ivic League OF MASSACHUSETTS Compliments of Compliments of Supreme Officers NEW BEDFORD P.A. C. L. TAUNTON COUNCIL LADIES' COUNCIL P.A. C. L. "May The Spirit N ever Die." President - - ALBERT M. GONSALVES Compliments of Fairhaven Compliments of DIGHTON LADIES' - First Vice Pres. - JEFFREY VASCONCELLOS Lawrence PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN COUNCIL CIVIC LEAGUE Segregansett PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN WESTPORT COUNCIL AUGUST; P. WHITE Second Vice Pres. Third Vice Pres. CIVIC LEAGUE - - LAWREN CE M. CABRAL Somerville Secretary ANTHONY B. SEARS South Dartmouth Treasurer CHARLES A. BERRY Taunton �I" Program Compliments of - SATURDAY, AUGUST 30, 1941 Compliments of REGISTRATION SOMERSET 12 Noon to 7:30 P. M. at Convention Headquarters 59 Charles Street. FALMOUTH COUNCIL MEN'S AND LADIES' P.A. C. L. REGISTRATION COUNCIL 7:30 P. M. to 12 Midnight at Lowell Memorial Auditorium. BALL 8 P. M. to 12 Midnight at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium. SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 1941 HIGH MASS 10 A. M. at St. Anthony's Church, Central Street. PARADE 1 P. M. South Common, Highland Street. BANQUET 6 P. M. Lowell Memorial Auditorium. PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN Compliments of ENTERTAINMENT AND DRILL After Banquet until 11:30 P. M. CIVIC LEAGUE WOMEN'S COUNCIL PORTUGUESE-AMERICAN CIVIC CLUB OF PROVINCETOWN, MASS. Ta1111fo11 Men's Council FROLIC 12 Midnight at Convention Headquarters. REGISTRATION All day at Convention Headquarters. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1941 CONVENTION MEETING 9 A. M. Liberty Hall. �Comprimentos da Portuguese Convention Committees Sociedade de Nossa Senhora d'Ajuda EXECUTIVE CONVENTION COMMITTEE Presidente-Constantina Freitas Sec. Correspondente-Maria Rodrigues Vice-Pres.-Angelina Mello Recebedoura-Julia Goncalves Sec. das Actas-Elvira Neves T esoureira-Maria S. S. Caldeira Sec. Fin.-Philomena Coimbra, Zelta Correia, Hermina Freitas New England Coke Quinn's Premium Coal JOHN P. QUINN 937 Gorham St. Lowell Tel. 8440-.8 449 Success to P. A. C. L. St. Anthony's Portuguese Benevolent Society - - - of Lowell, Massachusetts - - - Co-Chairmen: MRs. DEOLINDA M. MELLO, ANTHONY P1cANSO Secretary, MRs. ANGELINA S. MELLO Secretary, Miss MARGARET D. SouzA Treasurer, MANUEL BETTENCOURT CO-CHAIRMEN AND MEMBERS OF CONVENTION COMMITTEE RECEPTION-Mrs. Mary P. Braga, and Manuel Santos, co-chairmen; Mrs. Annibal L. Sousa, Anthony G. Caldeira, Dr. Fausto M. Lage, Richard Perry. PROGRAM-Manuel Souza, Thomas Furtado, co-chairmen; Mrs. Gertrude B. Rebello, Mrs. Natalie Ramalho, John M. Gallego, Daniel Silva, John S. Pitta, Anthony C. Sousa, Anthony DeSilva, Alfred Andrews, John M. Souza, Manuel Jardine, Manuel E. Sousa. BALL-Mrs. Elvira Neves, Mr. George Mell,o, co-chairmen; Mary Esther Braga, Olive Silva, Angelina Mello, Mrs. Palmira Ramalho, Anita Braga, Frances Bettencourt, Mary Rodrigues, Anna Rodrigues, Alvarine Souza, Estella Souza, John Perry, Arthur Braga, Manuel Ramalho, Elsie Raymond, Joseph Raymond. BANQUET-Mrs. Mary S. Caldeira and Mr. Annibal L. Sousa, co-chairmen; 1.ino Picanso, Jessie M. Santos, Agostinho Numes, Anthony G. Caldeira, Manuel Bettencourt, Jr. CREDENTIALS-Frances Perry and Mrs. Mary Silva, co-chairmen; Manuel B. Silva, Alda Freitas. PARADE-Henry P. Machado and John M. Rebello, co-chairmen; Mrs. Natalie Ramalho, John C. Avila, Manuel Bettencourt, Manuel Innocencio, Manuel Cunha. PUBLICITY-Joseph M. Sousa. Incorporated 1895 DECORATIONS-Manuel G. Jardine. ENTERTAINMENT-Manuel F. Braga, Jr. Hous1NG-Mrs. Teresa Silva and Manuel E. Sousa, co-chairmen; Miss Anna Braga, Miss Florence Coimara, Manuel Costa, Joseph Ramalho. Congratulations to P. A. C. L. HIGHLAND HOTEL Inc. 5 3 o Middlesex St. Wine Lowell Liquors TOM BOYLE, Jr., Prop. Food RAFFLE-Miss Charlotte Silva, Miss Philomena Coimbra, Agostinho Nunes, Manuel Ramalho. REFRESHMENTs-Tebert Mello and Manuel S. Neves, co-chairmen; Mrs. Senhorina Dejesus, Mrs. Mary Rocha, Mrs. Mary Rodriques, Mrs. Mary P. Machado, John Bettencourt, Manuel P. Camacho, Simao Camara, Joseph Costados Anjos, Agostinho Fernandes, Francisco Silveira, Joseph Dejesus, Carlos Viera, Antonio Sequeira, John Viera, John B. Gomes, Manuel Picanso, Manuel Garcia, Manuel Jardine, Manuel lnnocencio, James Andrews, Manuel Ramos, Foster Braga, Manuel S. Bettencourt, Joseph Roderiques. �CHET'S LUNCH Jnrtugurnr-Amrriran Otittir 1£.eagur "A tray full for a trifle" nf .fflaaaar~uadt!:i The ideal eating place - -- Delightful surroundings 277-279 Middlesex St.-Lowell President Vice-President Treasurer Compliments of Mrs. Deolinda Mello Rec. Secretary Mrs. Angelina Mello Anthony Picanso Fin. Secretary Margaret D. Sousa Manuel Bettencourt Manuel Garcia Vigilante Master of Ceremonies George Mello Co-Chairmen of the Convention Committee BEST WISHES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION BENNETT SILVERBLATT Attorney DEOLINDA M. MELLO ANTHONY P1cANSO Co-Chairman Co-Chairman Compliments of Board of Directors Chairman Annibal Sousa Secretary Thomas J. Ft:rtado Mrs. Vera Neves Manuel Santos Mrs. Mary Caldeira Manuel Souza State Directors LOWELL Thomas J. Furtado Anthony Picanso �• I • A Real Good Place to Eat Compliments of IDEAL LUNCH St. Joseph Portuguese Benefit Association Opposite City Hall ( lncorpora ted on March 1 5, 1916 ) PETER MOSHOVITIS, Prop. P. 0. BOX 55 - - - - - - - LOWELL, MASS. Compliments of GRAY FURNITURE CO. 231 Central St. Lowell Telephone 6771 .. Compliments from . . . JOSEPH F. PILATO ANGELINA MELLO -CHEVROLETPOST OFFICE GARAGE, Recording Secretary D. SOUSA Financial Secretary MARGARET INC. Lowell, Mass. Compliments of Compliments of MARTIN SILVA Paperhanging - - Kalsomining LOWELL CHELMSFORD DAIRIES Fresh Milk from Nearby Farms Tel. 3-0473 George Bou,dre~u, Prop. 20 Stewart St. Lowell �_. Compliments from Compliments of Dr. P. Victor Brunelle 24 Merrimack St. AL MELLO Lowell ComjJliments from BLUE ROOM NEW AMERICAN HOUSE 13 6 Central St. - Lowell Phone 2-823 5 .. Compliments of MARTY'S CAFE Martin H. O'Connor, Prop. Lincoln Square MAR y CALDIERA ANNJBAL SousA Co-Chairman Banquet Committee Co-Chairman Banquet Committee Chelmsford St. CHELMSFORD FUEL CO. Compliments of Dealers In COAL COKE - RANGE OIL 542 Chelmsford St. Lowell LOWELL,----MASSACHUSETTS Tel. 25011 BETTENCOURT BROS. �Best Wishes to the LOWELL COUNCIL , P.A.C.L. Compliments of From CHARLES A. FRATES 265 County St. Funeral Director New Bedford WELCOME DELEGATES Dutch land Tea Room 124 Merrimack St. Lowell, Mass. Specialising in Steaks, Chicken and Chops . . Compliments of 1£nmrll ilnuumrut OJn. VERA NEVES GEORGE MELLO Co-Chairman Ball Committee Co-Chairman Ball Committee 1060 Gorham St. Complime11ts of HUB HOSIERY MILLS 12 PERKINS ST. LOWELL LOWELL �Compliments of .. BEST WISHES of Bernie AND HIS JOHNNIE'S CAFE, INC. cfarkin 367-369 CENTRAL ST. LOWELL ORCHESTRA Floor Show every Friday and Saturday Compliments of P. A. M. A. BOYS Portuguese-American Musical Association Central St. - Lowell, Mass. .. Compliments of CENTRAL CAFE MANUEL Corner of THOMAS FURTADO SOUZA Co-Chairman Program Committee Co-Chairman Program Committee CHARLES and CENTRAL John Souza, Prop. Compliments of Compliments of PIONEER QUALITY MARKET D. SILVA, Prop. 189 Gorham St. ,1 CITY COUNCILLOR OF WARD 4 Lowell �.. Compliments of of LUZITANIA BAKERY Bread - COMPLIMENTS UNITED CLOAK & SUIT CO. HARRY IBASS, INC. All Kinds of Pastry Birthday Cakes WEDDING CAKES A SPECIAL TY Albino Brito, Prop. 434 Centr.11 St. 117 to 129 Central St., Lowell Tel. 2-8807 Tel. 3-1641 Comprimentos de Dr. Fausto Lage Compliments New System Laundry MANUEL G. JARDINE Decoration Chairman Lowell 2 8 5 Thorndike St. CHARLOTTE SILVA MANUEL NEVES Co-Chairman Drawing Committee Co-Chairman Refreshm ent Committee COMPLETE FAMILY SER VICE Arthu:r S. Nesmith, Inc. OIL AND ICE 81-9 5 East Merrimack St. Delivered to Your Home PONTIAC EDWARD TRAVERS Parts - - - Sales-- Service 58 Corbett St. Lowell 9329 Dial 29662 �Compliments of . . . COLE'S INN & HOTEL - - Lowell's Leading Hotel - - Father In the heart of Lowell RESTAURAN T and BAR Phone Lowell 7040 - 6930 Opera House Pharmacy John B. Kirwin, Reg. Pharmacist, Mgr. 3 8 9 Central St. Lowell Best Wishes to the Lowell Council -VISIT- PICANSO'S CAFE DINE and DANCE 3 5 Summer St. Lowell, Mass. Compliments of MARY MELLO & CO. 393 Norfolk St. Cambridge, Mass. Telephone Trowbridge 2258 Manufacturers of LINGUICA - - CHOURICO - - MORCELLA Orders large or small sent anywhere J T T [jrillo REV. JOSEPH THOMAS T. GRILLO, son of the late Jacintho da Costa Teixeira Grillo, and Maria do Rosario Cassador, was born on July 2, 18 8 5, in Ribeira Grande, Saint Michael, Azores, where he frequented primary school. On the I 5th of March, 1900 he embarked for the Unitd States of America. Lived in Berlin and Hudson, Mass.; as farmer, shoe cutter, rubber worker and clerk, until September 16, 1911, when he entered Saint Charles College for his preparatory course. On September, 1916, entered Saint Bonaventure at Alleghany, N.Y. for philosophy. On September, 1919 began the theology course at Saint John's Ecclesiastical Seminary from where he was ordained by His Eminence William Cardinal O'Connell on June 20, 1923. His first Solemn Mass was celebrated at St. Michael's Church, Hudson, Mass., on June 24, 1923. His first appointment was as assistant to Saint Joseph's Parish, Kingston, Mass., from June 28 to October 8, 1923, when he was appointed assistant to Right Reverend Henry J. R. da Silva, Pastor of Saint Anthony's Church, Lowell, till July 2, 1924. Since then he was in charge of Saint Anthony's Parish as Locum Tenens till December 28, 1938, when he was made pastor by His Eminence the Cardinal. He terment God and comes in has ever shown his great interest in the uplifting and betof all confided to his care, and his zeal for the House of salvation of souls is ever an inspiraticn to all with whom he contact. �SCRIPTURE'S LAUNDRY 256 Lawrence Street, Lowell, Mass. Dry Cleaning and Family Work a Specialty Coat, Apron and Barbers' Towel Supply Established 1876 Tel. 7562-7561 Complimmts of • t Madeiran Alliance Protective nearly half a century mutual admiration has existed between the Portuguese-American people of Lowell and Association, Inc. our firm. Founded Incorporated June 18, 1911 October 10, 1913 We extend Our Greetings to the Convention. M. H. MclJONOUGH SONS Modern Funeral Home ~8011..Jltardie Conveniently Located at Department Store 14 HIGHLAND STREET •Merchandise of MERIT onlY• Phone 6816 LOWELL DIAL 6361 . . �• • Best Wishes From The LA\\7RENCE MEN'S COUNCIL OF THE P.A. C. L. ALVARO SA. GAIOLAS _________________________________________President LOUIS SILVA -------------------------------------------------- Vice Presde nt JOHN SILVA ------------------------------------------- Business Secretary JEFFREY VASCONCELOS ._________ Civic and Social Secretary MANUEL MENDOSSA ----------------------------------------- Treasurer JOHN B. SEARS ____ --------------------------------------------------- Receiver ANTONIO P. COSTA __________________________________ --- --- Marshall Portug·uese [olonial Band Inc. 59 I JOSEPH CUNHA ------------------------------------------ Inside Guard Manuel M. Sousa Manuel Rosa Michael Silva John Rosa Manuel Coelho I Board of Directors Joseph F. Cunha Manuel M. Sousa John E. Sears Manuel Rosa M. Fred Silva CHARLES STREET LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS BU1·td·mg T t rus ees Compliments of JOSEPH A. COSTA & SONS Undertakers and Embalmers Compliments of TROwbridge 0400 - - KIRkland 0400 MANUEL SANTOS Cambridge, Mass. 2 57 Prospect Street WITH NEWMAN'S Lowell's Finest Store for Men and Boys Compliments of 227 CENTRAL ST. FALL RIVER LADIES' COUNCIL FEEL LIKE A NEW MAN WITH A SUIT FROM NEWMAN'S Portuguese-American Civic League ., . �" LOWELL ACADEMY OF HAIRDRESSING Lowell 97 Central St. Teaching the latest in Beauty Culture and Electrolysis Comprimentos da Compliments of OLD "66" Sociedade "D. Maria Amelia" 110-112 GORHAM ST. das P. ]. Hannigan, Treas. DAMAS PORTUGUESAS de "We lead, others follow" LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS JOSEF'S BEAUTY SALON of MRS. JESUINHA PITTA MRS. MARIA C. RODRIGUES Presidente Vice-Presidente Compliments of MARREN CAFE 143 Gorham St. Individual Hair Designing 502 HILDRETH BLDG. Where your grandfather-father and you trade. Dial 6331 JAMES KOUSAITES, Mgr. Secretaria MRS. CECILIA MENDES Sec. Correspondente MISS LA URA PIMENTEL MRS. MARY R. SILVA Recebedoura Tesoureira ' MRS. GERTRUDE B. REBELLO . CONTAKOS CAFE Compliments of PORTUGUESE - AMERICAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB Good Food Best Wishes for a Successful Convention Good Liquors Good Service 416-418 Suffolk St. from Lowell Andrews Oil Tel. 28421 ALFRED ANDREWS We enjoy serving you Compliments of GAGNON'S YELLOW CAB CO. DIAL 8777 at the railroad station Lowell Lowell 85 Seneca Street Dial 2-2602 ' �It Welcome to Lowell Compliments from a member of CHARLES PICANSO MANUEL E. SANTOS FUNERAL HOME CENTRAL LUNCH Co-m pliments of 8 33 Central St. 346 Central St. Lowell Tel. 2-7902 Lowell LYNCH WALL PAPE;R AND PAINT CO. 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THE CHILDREN'S SHOP Outfitters for Infants and Children Suits Made to, Order 67 Central St. 886 Central Street-Lowell Across from St. Anthony's Church HASSAN'S VARIETY STORE Compliments of HARRY HEALEY Compliments of BOTTLED LIQUORS BOSTON OPERA MARKET 463 GORHAM ST. Cigars - Sodas - Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Candy 103 GORHAM ST. Magazines Lowell ,, M. Martin, Mgr. FRANK CASELLE BARBER SHOP Real Estate Bought and Sold 560 Central St. Lowell, Mass. j ' �T L A FRIEND u u C JOHN J. DO HERTY & CO. WORTHMORE FARMS A Name to Remember in buying DAIRY I R C E 0 STUDIO COUCHES, N T T MATTRESSES, BOX SPRINGS F. E and CHAIRS 12 Hale St., Lowell MILK AND CREAM Chelmsford Tel. 3-2211 Dial 2-4376 RETAIL PACKAGE STORE LAWRENCE at ROGERS Telephone MOODY CASH MARKET Groceries - Meats Fish and Vegetables 248 Moody St. Lowell LOWELL ST. 3·3371 The CHALIFOUX BUILDING HOFFMAN'S BONCZAR MARKET FLORIST SHOP 191 CENTRAL ST. 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Title A name given to the resource Saint Anthony's Church Archives [1902-2014] Subject The topic of the resource Catholic Church--Dioceses Acolytes Altars Azorean Americans Balls (parties) Boy Scouts Catholic Church--Societies, etc. Choirs (Music) Christmas Church group work with youth--Catholic Church City council members Fasts and Feasts First Confession and Communion Folk dancing, Portuguese Girl Scouts Instrumentation and orchestration (Band) Loreto, Our Lady Of Music--Portuguese influences Musicians Nuns Police Portuguese American women Processions, Religious--Catholic Church Priests Religious gatherings Snow Veterans Wedding photography Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Archives at St. Anthony's Church in Lowell, MA. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available UMass Lowell, Center for Lowell History Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Lowell (Mass.) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1902-1943 Description An account of the resource This collection of items come from the Archives held at Saint Anthony's Church in Lowell, MA. These items are kept in the Rectory and were organized by PADA archivists in 2021.<br /><br /><strong>Historical Overview:</strong> <p><span>For over two decades beginning in the 1870s, when Portuguese immigration to Lowell began to rise, most of the city’s Portuguese Catholics worshipped at St. Peter’s Church, a largely Irish and Irish-American parish. By the late 1890s the pastor of St. Peter’s arranged for Rev. Antonio J. Pimentel, of Boston and originally from Terceira in the Azores, to hold services for the Portuguese in a hall across the street from the church. With the Portuguese population approaching 1,000, a number of influential community members, notably Manuel P. Mello (1867-1938), from Graciosa, sought to establish their own parish. Rev. John Joseph Williams, Archbishop of Boston, supported this effort. Aided by Rev. Pimentel, Mello formed a committee, and, in 1900, began raising money for a church. One year later the committee had collected sufficient funds to purchase the abandoned Primitive Methodist Church, a wood-frame building on Gorham Street, built thirty years earlier. Dedicated on May 19, 1901, St. Anthony’s Church opened with Rev. Manuel C. Terra, the well-known pastor of St. Peter’s Church in Provincetown, celebrating the first High Mass with several hundred parishioners in attendance.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In early 1902, Archbishop Williams appointed Joaquim V. Rosa as pastor at St. Anthony’s. Born on the island of Pico, Joaquim Vieira da Rosa (1872-1964) immigrated to the United States in 1896 and for several years he assisted the pastor at St. John’s Church in New Bedford. Rev. Rosa celebrated his first Mass at St. Anthony’s in January, 1902. </span><span> </span></p> <p><span>Soon after taking charge of St. Anthony’s, Rev. Rosa established or supported the creation of a number of parish organizations. This included the long-lived Holy Rosary Sodality and the Holy Ghost Society. In addition to his clerical duties, he also led numerous fund-raising programs. Father Rosa also ministered to Lawrence’s Portuguese and helped found that city’s Portuguese Catholic Church. </span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1904, Archbishop Williams assigned Rev. Paul L. Despouy to assist Father Rosa at St. Anthony’s and to lead in establishing a Portuguese parish in Lawrence. At the same time Lowell’s growing number of Portuguese parishioners strained the capacity of the old wooden structure on Gorham Street and the search for a new church began. Once again, Manuel P. Mello played a major role in raising funds. Within two years, he and other parishioners had collected enough money to acquire land on Central Street across from the Lyon Street public school. </span><span> </span></p> <p><span>With the purchase of property, Boston-based architect Timothy Edward Sheehan (1866-1933), designer of a number churches for the Archdiocese, executed the design of the new St. Anthony’s. On Thanksgiving Day, 1907, Archbishop William O’Connell presided over the dedication of the laying of the cornerstone.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1908, with construction funds fully expended, only the granite walls and the floor of the basement were completed, and a flat roof was installed over the largely subterranean structure. Nevertheless, in May Father Rosa then celebrated the first Solemn High Mass. Joining him was Father Pimentel, who now led St. Anthony’s parish in Cambridge, Father Despouy, from his mission in Lawrence, and Rev. Manuel C. Terra of Provincetown. Although the rectory next to the church was finished and occupied by Father Rosa in 1908, funds to complete the construction of the highly ornate Mission-style church, following the original architectural design, remained insufficient. For the next 50 years, services continued to be held in the basement structure.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1911 Rev. Rosa, suffering from poor health and fatigue, due in part to his strenuous duties in leading his parishioners, resigned his pastorate and returned to his native Pico. In an action that proved especially fortuitous for the parish Archbishop O’Connell appointed Bishop Henrique Jose Reed da Silva (1854-1930) to lead St. Anthony’s. Bishop da Silva’s life prior to his arrival in Lowell was quite unique.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>Born in Lisbon, where he was educated and ordained a priest in 1879, the charismatic Bishop da Silva, fluent in several languages and a sacred music scholar who possessed a fine musical voice, quickly caught the attention of the Bishop of Portalegre, </span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jos%C3%A9_Maria_da_Silva_Ferr%C3%A3o_de_Carvalho_M%C3%A1rtens&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1"><span>José Maria da Silva Ferrão de Carvalho Mártens</span></a><span>. In 1884, shortly after turning 30, Rev. da Silva was appointed the prelate of Mozambique and moved to Maputo. Upon his ordination as a bishop, he assumed control of the Maputo archdiocese. Three years later Bishop da Silva took charge of the Diocese of São Tomé of Meliapore in southern India.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>During the bishop’s mission, the assassination of Portugal’s King Carlos and his son, followed by the Republican revolution in 1910, resulted in Bishop da Silva becoming an expatriate. By 1911 he returned to Boston from California and accepted Archbishop O’Connell’s offer to serve as pastor at St. Anthony’s.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1916 the bishop was joined by an assistant pastor, Rev. John S. Perry from St. Peter’s Church in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Father Perry, of Azorean parentage and born in Rhode Island in 1874, quickly formed a close working relationship with the bishop. Although in good health at age 62, Bishop da Silva relied heavily on Rev. Perry for regular sacramental duties and to lead the church during his frequent absences due to his duties on behalf of Cardinal O’Connell.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1924, after being away from his native Portugal for nearly 18 years, and having reached the age of 70, Bishop da Silva quietly decided to retire from St. Anthony’s, return home, and live the remainder of his days in his beloved Lisbon. In his place, Cardinal O’Connell named Rev. Joseph T. Grillo (1885-1948) as pastor of St. Anthony’s. Born on the island of </span><span>São Miguel Father </span><span>Grillo immigrated to the United States in 1899, settling in Hudson, Massachusetts.</span></p> <p><span>Under Rev. Grillo’s leadership, several affiliated organizations were revitalized. This included the Vincent de Paul Society, the Holy Name Society, and the Holy Rosary and Young Ladies sodalities. He undertook the first significant renovation of the church, overseeing the installation of a terrazzo floor, a new brighter sanctuary, complete with new statuary. Father Grillo also re-established the annual day-long picnic for parishioners and their families. In addition, he promoted various church-sponsored athletic programs and teams ranging from soccer, baseball, and basketball to track and field, along with a fife and drum corps. He also intensified various fund raising initiatives including the popular penny sales.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>Throughout much of his pastorate, Father Grillo had no assistant pastor except for one year in the early 1930s when Rev. </span><span>Theophilo Pedro Damiao de Oliveira, from São Miguel served in this role. Finally, in early 1937, in recognition of his devotion and many contributions to St. Anthony’s parish, Rev. Grillo was named permanent pastor by Cardinal O’Connell. During the Second World War, Father Grillo was among Lowell’s leading clergymen heading the War Fund Drive. He was also instrumental in establishing a memorial in 1943 for Private Charles Perry (Carlos Pereira), who was killed in North Africa the previous year and was the first Portuguese-American serviceman from Lowell to give his life for the nation.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In the years after World War II, Father Grillo suffered from poor health that resulted in lengthy hospital stays. In his absence, priests at St. Peter’s, who were Irish-American and spoke no Portuguese, filled in for him. Likely aware of the language difficulties this presented to his parishioners, Father Grillo contacted Bishop Giuseppe Alves Matoso of Guarda, Portugal, and requested that he send priests to New England. The Boston Archdiocese supported this initiative and in March 1947, Rev. João F. da Silva, (anglicized to John F. Silva), arrived in Lowell from Portugal to assist Father Grillo. Within a few months another priest from Portugal, Rev. Manuel J. Cascais, joined Father Silva as a second assistant pastor.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>A few months after celebrating his 25 years in the priesthood, Father Grillo’s health worsened and in November, 1948, he died at the age of 63. </span><span>Rev. John F. Silva succeeded him and began a 30-year tenure as pastor at St. Anthony’s. While Father Grillo led St. Anthony’s parish through the hard times of the Great Depression and during the difficult years of World War II, Rev. Silva assumed control of the church during a period of prosperity for many of his parishioners. In 1958, over a 1,000 attended the 50th anniversary of the church on Central Street. Held at the Lowell Auditorium, the celebration featured speeches by Senator John F. Kennedy and Representative Edith Nourse Rogers. The most significant physical change occurred in 1960 when the superstructure of the church was finally constructed. Boston architect Mario V. Caputo produced the design for St. Anthony’s modeled after a church in Colombia.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>During Father Silva’s pastorate, a number of priests assisted him, including Rev. Joseph L. Capote (1949 to 1950) and Rev. Antonio Pinto (1952 to 1954). In late 1972, Rev. Eusebio Silva, a cousin of Father Silva, arrived from Portugal to serve as his assistant. Father John Silva successfully led opposition to a proposed extension of the Lowell Connector highway that would have obliterated a large part of the parish neighborhood.</span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 1978, Father Silva retired from the priesthood and Cardinal Humberto Medeiros appointed Rev. Eusebio Silva as administrator of St. Anthony’s. When Father Eusebio assumed the pastorate of St. Anthony’s in Cambridge, Rev. Antonio Pinto was appointed interim priest. During this time, Deacon Richard Rocha also served at Saint Anthony's, starting from his ordination in May 1983. In 1990, Rev. </span><span>José S. Ferreira assumed the leadership of the church and was assisted by the Rev. Ronald Gomes. In 1995, Father Ferreira was transferred to St. Anthony’s in Cambridge, and Rev. Francis M. Glynn, the first non-Portuguese priest of the parish, became pastor. Father Glynn served during a period of a growing Brazilian community in Lowell, but also at the time of a major strike in the city at the Prince Pasta factory, which employed dozens of his parishioners. Father Glynn supported the striking workers and their families, but despite his efforts and many others, including Representative Martin Meehan and Senator Edward M. Kennedy, the corporation that owned the plant shut it down. </span><span> </span></p> <p><span>In 2004, following Father Glynn’s assignment to a parish in Waltham, Massachusetts, Rev. Charles J. Hughes, became the pastor at St. Anthony’s. Father Hughes’ tenure proved a challenging time with declining parish membership and church closures in the wake of the numerous clergy sexual abuse cases in the Archdiocese. As with many other parishes, St. Anthony’s had no connection to any of these cases; however, it shared with many other churches increasing financial struggles and a continued drop in membership. Following Father Hughes’ departure in 2016, St. Anthony’s became part of the Lowell Collaborative in which it was joined with Immaculate Conception Church and Holy Trinity Church under the leadership of Rev. Nicholas A. Sannella. This administrative arrangement remains in place with Rev. Deacon Carlos DeSousa serving as a key clergyman at St. Anthony’s. </span></p> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only: This Work has been digitized in a public-private partnership. 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