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Commemorative Certificate for the Italo-Turkish War given to Bernard Calandra
This is a certificate that accompanied a medal to commemorate Benedetto (Bernard) Calandra's participation in the Italo-Turkish War. It was by the decree of the crown that the recipient of this medal was authorized to wear it.
A Caniglia Family Photo
This photo pictures members of Josephine Lomeier's family, the Caniglia's. Attached is another picture of the back of the photo which lists the names of the individuals.
Bernard Calandra in a hospital while serving in World War I
Bernard Calandra served as a paramedic during World War I. Here, he is photographed at a hospital while in the service.
Pamphlet from the Golden Anniversary of the Santa Lucia Festival Committee of Omaha, Ne
This pamphlet is from the inaugural dinner of the Santa Lucia Festival Committee of Omaha, Nebraska. Dating back to 1974, this dinner was the golden anniversary. The pamphlet contains information about the festivities, the food, and the entertainment…
Portrait of Bernard A. Calandra during World War I
This is a picture of Bernard Calandra in his uniform to commemorate his time in service during World War I. He served as a paramedic.
A Coin from Salvatore Aletta & Co. Grocery & Meat Market of Omaha, Ne
This coin, reading "Aletta & Alemagna," was good for one loaf of bread at the Salvatore Aletta & Co. grocery store in Little Italy. Josephine Lomeier recalls nine grocery stores being in Little Italy around this time. The business was opened in 1910…
Another Photo of the Train School of Omaha, Ne
This photo is another picture of the train school of Omaha, Nebraska, belonging to Josephine Lomeier. Bell Cathro, the teacher, is fond in memory of many of the Italian-Americans who attended this school. The school was integral to the Little Italy…
Photo of Grazia and Rosario Caniglia
Image showing Grazia and Rosario Caniglia, two members of the Caniglia family and were the original founders of the Santa Lucia festival that takes place every year in Omaha. They are also the Great grandparents of Kristen Caniglia. Malachinski.
Painting of Flaminio in a military uniform.
This old and tattered painting depicts Flaminio in a uniform of an unknown country (presumably United States) and rank, posing for a painting.
Death certificate for Elisa Bolamperti
Elisa Bolamperti's death certificate describing the individuals who survive Elisa which include children and family members. The date of Elisa's death and the documents release is March 16, 1940, shortly before Italy allied with Nazi Germany.