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There is an entry for September 19, 1899 at Ellis Island for an Andrea Celano who entered the USA with a destination of Providence RI. His age was 31 at time of arrival, and he originated from the town of Tursi. Im assuming that this is Tursi in the province of Matera, region of Basilicata. He was going to see brother in law Luigi Mercuso? not sure of that spelling. An address also on his line was 377 Admiral Street.
The 1930 census indicates Maria emigrated in 1901. She is listed as a widow. Owns the home at 9 Newcomb Street. and was living with
Son Michele age 26
daughter Teresa age 21
daugh in law Esther A. age 22
grandson andrew age 1 month
The Rhode Island birth index shows these births.
Angelina Celano Andrea Celano Maria Celano 08 Aug 1906
Maria T Celano Andrea Celano Maria Celano 22 Mar 1909
Michele Celano Andrea Celano Maria Celano 20 Dec 1903
Teresina Celano Andrea Celano Maria Celano 18 Feb 1909
Another son, Tony born september 18 1893. Im assuming from the same address of 9 Newcomb street has a ww1 draft card available.
Through Tony I located Maria and the other 4 children at Ellis Island. arrival on July 15, 1901. Tursi is also the town of origin listed. All were going to Andrea Celano in Providence. Douglus Ave is listed.
Maria Vincenza? D'Amelio age 31
Daughter Isabella Celano age 11
Son Antonio Celano age 9
Daughter Filomena Celano age 7
Son Salvatore Celano age 3
The Rhode Island death index shows this death.
Andrea Celano 05 Dec 1916 45 yrs
Hope this helps some and isnt redundant info.
Let me know if you need help locating records from Tursi. Or if you would like copies of these records sent to you.
John
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