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Amerigo Vespucci Society Still Active Since 1800's
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Italian Voice, The
07-10-2003
In 1875, seven Italian immigrants settled in the City of Long Branch. They
experienced hard time and life was even more difficult because of their
language barrier. These seven individuals decided to unite with the Italian
people of Long Branch and the surrounding area to form a Society. Later on
these seven individuals grew in number and 15 became founders.
In 1853, there were a total of 46 members who voted to incorporate a
society which was later named the Amerigo Vespucci Society of Mutual Aid.
It was approved by Law in the State of New Jersey in April 13, 1893. ...
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