Agency: FBI
Originator: FBI
From: VERICA, JOSEPH A.
To: DIRECTOR, FBI
Document date: 07/28/1962
Document type: PAPER, TEXTUAL DOCUMENT

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JFK Assassination System

Identification Form

Agency Information

Date:

4/24/201

AGENCY: FBI

RECORD NUMBER:

124-10222-10224

RECORD SERIES: HQ

AGENCY FILE NUMBER: 92-2717-641, 1ST NR 641

Released under the John

F. Kennedy

Assassination Recorde

Collection Act of 1992

144 USC 2107 Notel.

Case#:NIl 45737 Date:

11-17-2017

Document Information

ORIGINATOR: FBI

FROM: VERICA, JOSEPH A.

TO:

DIRECTOR, FBI

TITLE :

DATE: 07/28/1962

PAGES:

679

SUBJECTS :

ABR, PERSONAL HISTORY, BKG, ASSOC, LEGITIMATE

ENTERPRISES, ILLEGAL ACT, BANKING, ASSETS

STATEMENT, IDENT RECORDS, TESUR, MISUR

DOCUMENT TYPE:

PAPER, TEXTUAL DOCUMENT

CLASSIFICATION:

Unclassified

RESTRICTIONS: 4; 4;11(a)

CURRENT STATUS:

Redact

DATE OF LAST REVIEW :

11/03/1998

OPENING CRITERIA: INDEFINITE, APPROVAL OF IRS

COMMENTS: INC REPRO FORM, RPT, TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGES 1A-IF, INDEX PAGES 1-54

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The following information is Included on the admin-

istrative pages because

PH 614-C-TE is Involved in the matter

in a manner which it is not possible to conceal.

The information

was obtained from him by SA JOSEPH A. VERICA, 3/17/62.

At a time, which source was unable to remember

exactly but when the Magglo Cheese Company was in its old

vicinity of 54th Street and City Line Avenue, Philadelphia,

had been arrested by Captain CLARENCE J. FERGUSON, Philadelphia

Police Department, on a narcotics charge and had been held

for court by Magistrate BENJAMIN SEGAL.

MARIO MAGGIO asked the source to make some kind

of contact with Captain FERGUSON and get the case "washed."

Through a cousin, NAT FRANK, Who

writes a column,

"Frankly Speaking," In a local newspaper,

"The Observer,"

and

who has numerous political connections at City Hall,

the

source met Captain FERGUSON at the Venice Grill on 12th Street

and discussed the MONTALBANO case.

FERGUSON was agreeable to an arrangement, but said

he must have $7,500, $2,500 of which was to go to the attorney

who would defend MONTALBANO, and FERGUSON said that would

have to be JOSEPH ALESSANDRONI.

This was agreeable to MAGGIO, but the trial resulted

in MONTALBANO being placed on probation.

MAGGIO felt that

rinally agreed that he would accept $5,000

original $7,500.

This money was obtained by the source from

MARIO MAGGIO and delivered in a paper bag to FERGUSON at

the

Venice Grill shortly after the trial. FERGUSON took the bag

to the basement,

where he presumably counted it, returned, and

said everything

was all right.

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PH GI4OTE, on March 15, 1962, obtained possession of a metal

box containing 3x5 index cards, which cards bore notations set out

verbatim below:

1.

"Politi Peter 56 Buick WA 2-1572. Not in

Jan.

$12.00

Feb. $15.00"

2.

"BERNARD NOWAK 15774D

2418 So.

10th St. (59 Red Dodge Sedan)

HO 7-9842 - work BA 3-0671

Jan $13.00 PD.

30

"BERCHE WM 376 Haverford Ave. Not II

Jan $22.00

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

"OLIVERIRCH, MANUEL HO 5-2732, not in

2420 SO. Alder St

'51' Chev.

Jan $10.00

Feb. $12:00"

AMADA "58" 012

(Reverse side: "Abrams Elmer

2553 Sartain St.

"57" Int. K. 922 McPherson

Jan $12.00 (12.00)

Feb. 15

$25.00175. "9

Storage Jan.

$25.00 Pd.

RUSSELL BENIGNO 1959 ded Live (not in)

Jan $15.00

JAMES CONTE HO 8-7564, not In

2512 So Alder St

Jan $12.00

Feb 15.00

DORAZIO, CUS Int. & K (not in)

1326 So. 13th St.

Jan $40.00

ELMER 922 N.

• Person 25.00 :

Reverse Side:

Jeante-f--Yeses

2409-S0--72÷h

(crossed out) Jan-$12-00-3d.

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The informant did not know the significance of the

notations on these cards, nor the identity of the collector

as it appears a sum of money is collected each month to defray

loan,

a debt,

or to

repay anservice.

Philadelphia Office will trace ownership of a

representative number of identified vehicles listed above

to determine if all were purchased from the same source and

if BRUNO has proprietary interest in that source.

Source believes that FRANK IANNARELLA iS the

collector who made the notations and is active in collecting

that reflected above.

It is to be noted on May 8, 1962, PH 614-0 made

available the check book of lenn Jersey Vending, Inc., showing

a11 transactions from January to May 18, 1962.

been photostated and is an exhibit in this file.

Also available at this office is a list of all

BRUNO's cigarette vending machine stops in Philadelphia.

For

brevity the same is not reflected in this report, however,

where it is apparent dual capacity servessBRUNO at these

locations, 1.e., gambling, horse betting, and cigarette vending,

same will

be established by investigation.

By separate communication each office receiving a

copy of this report will in the near future be furnished specific

leads

as well as an index.

Present Investigation indicates that several

investigative leads will be set forth in those offices which

are receiving only one copy of the above report.

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Informants

Multiple "T" symbols were used to afford greater

coverage

In the case of PH 623-C* (PH I-1, T-3, and I-5),

PH 591-C* (PH T-2 and T-4), and PH 614-CTE (PH T-6, T-8,

and I-21).

I symbols have been used in the report onlj

where necessary.

PH T-1

PH 623-C*

PH T-2

PH 591-C*

PH 623-C*

PH T-3

PH T-4

FH T-5

PH T-6

PH T-7

PH T-8

PH T-9

PH T-10

PH T-11

PH T-12

PH T-13

PH T-14

.. PH T-15

PH T-16

PH 591-C*

PH 623-C*

PH 614-CTE, to SA JOSEPH A. VERICA

PH 523-C

PH 614-OTE, to SA JOSEPH A. VERICA

PH 514-C

PH 269-C

HERMAN TAYLOR, By Request, to SA EDWARD D. HEGARTY

ALBERT COPELAND, BY Request, to SA JOHN C. MURRAY

ALFONSO FRIO, BY Request

NK 2251-C*

NICHOLAS SIVIER, By Request

PH 540- C

PH T-17 LEONARD RUTLIGIANO, By Request

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PH T-18

PH T-19

PH T-20

PH T-21

PH T-22

PH 599-C, to SA DAVID E. WALKER

BEN MILLER, to SA ROBERT W. HOLMES

Miami PCI

to SA JOSEPH I. GREALY

PH 614-CTE, to SA JOSEPH A. VERICA

BU 82-C*

Dun and Bradstreet

JEK Act 6 (4)

PH T-23

PH T-24

tO SA JOSEPH A. VERICA 6/27/62.

PH T-25

WILLIAM LYNN,

Philadelphia Internal Revenue Service

Agent, 10/25/61, to SA J. ROBERT PEARCE.

PH T-26

Miami PSI

contacted by

SA PAUL J.

NEUMANN, 2/20/62.

PH T-27

PH T-28

Legal Attache, London

Legal Attache, Panama

PH T-29

Former PH 535-C (Deceased)

. PH T-30 LA 4350-0 (Bureau letter to San Juan 11/17/61).

PH T-31

WILLIAM MC FADVEN, Real Estate Department, American

Stores Company, By Request, to SA JOSEPH A. VERICA.

DRS

REVIEWED BY SNUFA TASK FORGE

ON

1/22/98 lak

REL SSE IN FULL

RELEASE IN PART

TOTAL DEMIAL:

0*

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CONFIDENTIAL

PH T-6 on June 16, 1962,

stated MASSI told him

SINATRA would remain in the

United States for a period of

three or four months on a visitor's visa.

The New York Office advised on June 16, 1962,

that BRUNO and PAUL GAMBINO, the latter of New York CIty,

met SINATRA on his arrival in New York

on June 16, 1962.

On June 17, 1962, PETER MAGGIO was observed by

SA JOSEPH A. VERICA driving CALOGERO SINATRA and ANGELO BRUNO

with BRUNO's wife SUE as passenger in Philadelphia.

PH T-8 on June 19, 1962, said PETER MAGGIO On

that date drove CALOGERO SINATRA from PETER MAGGIO's residence

to Trenton, N.J., that evening.

PH T-8 had reported on June 18, 1962, that SINATRA

was seen leaving the side door of Penn Jersey

' vending with

RALPH MARANCA on that date, who drove SINATRA to BRUNO'S

residence.

It is to be noted that SA's EDWARD D. HEGARTY,

DAVID W. BREEN, and JOSEPH A. VERICA on June 26, 1962,

saw

PETER MAGGIO arrive at the Immigration and Naturalization

Service Office in Philadelphia with SINATRA for the purpose

of having SINATRA interviewed by Immigration and Naturalization

Service Agents that date. Photographs of SINATRA and PETER MAGGIO,

walking together, were obtained by SA HEGARTY on this date.

PH T-5 identified SINATRA as an

which is known to this source as a name applying to members

a lyice to menders

of the organized Italian underworld.

It is to be noted that ANGELO BRUNO and PAUL GAMBINO

along with others met SINATRA on his arrival at Idlewild

Airport, New York, on June 16, 1962, as observed by Agents

of the FBI.

Further, PAUL GAMBINO is the brother of CARLO

GAMBINO, previously identified as a member of "the organization."

Agents participating in

this surveillance on

June 16, 1962, were SA'S ROBERT W. KENNEDY, SALVATORE J.

FERRARA, RICHARD J. ANDERSON, and CHARLES G. DONNELLY.

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ANGELO BRUNO 's Military Service

T-1 advised that BRUNO claimed to him during April 1962

that BRUNO was a citizen of the United States since 1927, and that

he had been in the Army and had papers

In his home to prove it.

It is to be noted that BRUNO may have been a member of

the National Guard even though no proof of this has developed.

He was not a member of the Armed Services during World War II, and

his Identification Record shows no current service.

BRUNO 's Physical Condition

During May 1962, I-3 advised that BRUNO told him on two

occasions that he has an ulcer Late In May 1962, BRUNO told T-3

that BRUNO did not properly take care of his ulcer.

1-3, In March 1962, said that BRUNO claimed to him that

had had a

'sinus" operation, and did not agree with a doctor'g

opinion that he should not fly.

wi11 "hemorrhage" at the drop of a

BRUNO told T-3 that he, BRUNO,

ANGELO BRUNO's Alleged Girl

Friend, KAY CALAMARO

KAY CALAMARO is married to VICTOR "BOBBY" CALAMARO, anc

resides 1736 Ritner Street, Philadelphia.

"BOBBY" CALAMARO as the

result of a stroke cannot speak and is an invalid, but was formerly

a close friend of ANGELO BRUNO as previously reported.

Philadelphia Confidential Informant T-7 advised that on

May 19, 1962, ANGELO BRUNO went to CALAMARO's home at approximately

5 p.m.

T-7 stated that KAY CALAMARO had never claimed to be ANGELO

BRUNO's girl friend, but it was the Informant's impression that KAY

CATAMARO was BRUNO's girl friend based on KAY CALAMARO's reactions

in BRUNQ's presence.

Travel

PH T-6 advised on February 2, 1962,

that BRUNO contemplates

a trip to Miami between February 7 to 12, 1962.

On February 9, 1962,

informant advised that a trip to Miami was planned for February 15 or

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16.

On February 22, 1962, this informant advised that BRUNO was

in Miami, and on February 27, 1962, advised that BRUNO had

returned

T-6 advised that on March 8,

1962, that BRUNO had con-

templated flying to Miami March 10, 1962.

Informant advised

March 17, 1962, that BRUNO was in Miami to buy or sell an Interest

in a car rental agency. On March 18, 1962, Informant said that

BRUNO could not make the trip to Miami; that BRUNO was called

out-of-town. On March 20 and 21, 1962, informant advised BRUNO

was in Miami.

On March 23, 1962, informant advised that BRUNO

returned.

Informant on February 13, 1962, advised that ANGELO

BRUNO was in Atlantic City, N.J., that date, to visit a JAMES

DENATIE, Mays Landing, N.Jo, telephone number 5081 or 55081.

On April 30, 1962, informant advised that BRUNO was in

New Jersey all day.

On May 16, 1962, Informant advised that BRUNO, accompanied

by PHILIP TESTA, was in Atlantic City,

having left Philadelphia mid-

night May 15, 1962, and returning 7:30 a.m., May 16, 1962.

T-1 advised that on March 13, 1962, he was told that

BRUNO had told him that he was going to Florida the following week,

probably a Thursday.

I-3 stated that on February 10, 1962, BRUNO arranged to

travel to New Jersey and was to meet unknown individuals at the Bo Bet-

Motel,

owned by FELIX BOCCHHICCO (Mount Ephraim, N.J.)

On September 20, 1961, PAUL LUSH, Eastern Arlines

Representative, International Airport,

Philadelphia, Pa., ad-

vised Special Agent JOSEPH A. VERICA that he had ascertained

that SUE and MADELINE COSTELLO departed Philadelphia, 11:30

p.m., September 19,

, 1961, Eastern Airlines Flight 841. From

prior investigation it. Is known that this is the usual means

of reservation utilized by Mrs. CHARLES I. COSTELLO and SUE

BRUNO.

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FRANK ALENO (Phonetie)

aka Big Frank

Operator Fruit Store

1901 Moore Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

I-6 on May 11, 1962, reported

that PHILIP TESTA

and ANGELO BRUNO held a meeting on this date

Store."

ES POSITO who arranged to have this party present.

The party they saw was contasted by "Lu Li" fruit

BRUNO

would not make the contact direetly to arrange the meeting.

T-8 sald "Big Frank" is a former bootlegger who

did four to six months in a Federal Penitentiary for this

offense.

In 1957 or 1958 he operated a still whieh was

finaneed by PHILIP TESTA.

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ROCCO AULETTO, aka

Rocco Latters, Rexy Allen

Philadelphia Police Department #90180

ANGELO BRUNO

PH T-8 on April 11, 1962, reported that he observed

ANGELO BRUNO In the company of ROXY ALLEN, Camden, N.J., at

Ap in to,

7 pom. on April 10, 1962.

known to the source. Source also recalled that PHILIP TESTA and

ANGELO BRUNO at the same time were tosvisit a friend in the

University Hospital.

It was not known if ALLEN accompanied them

or visited BRUNO for this purpose.

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SALVATORE AVENA, aka Sam,

Attorney, 425 Went Market Street,

Camden, N.J.; #2 Devon Road,

Cinnaminson

Township, N.J.

Phone: Talmadge 9-0019

I-8 on March 2, 1962, reported that BRUNO was awaiting

the return of SAM AVENA from Miami, Fla., or Puerto Rico, to have

AVENA make necessary transfer of officers of Garden State Vending

Company.

Puerto Rico the preceding

week in the empany of MARIO MAGGIO.

The same source reported on April rAMES, that 1n

addition to AVENA and MARIO MAGGIO, "CHINZEY"

M. SALVATORE,

116' Merion Road, Colwick, N.J.), the son-in-law of MARCO REGINELLI

"deceased) also had accompanied AVENA and MAGGIO to Puerto Rico.

'CHINZEY" presently owns a liquor store in Camden, N.J.

PH T-6 on April 10, 1962, reported that AVENA W11]

handle the legal aspects of

the business for Garden State Venaing.

Further, BRUNO continues to exercise control of the operations of

Garden State Vending.

PH T-8 on May 11, 1962, reported that BRUNO obtained

the services of SALVATORE AVENA, attorney, 425 West Market Street,

Camden, N.J., to contact SONNY LISTON at LISTON's training camp

during this week. The purpose of AVENA's contact with LISTON

was not known to the source; however, the source did state he

believes BRUNO has a proprietary interest'in SONNY LISTON's

contract.

PH T-8 on May 17 and 18, 1962, stated AVENA made

several attempts to contact BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

on each date but failed

to find BRUNo in at the time he called.

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PH T-8 on June 21, 1962, stated that SALVATORE AVENA

attended a meeting with ANGELO BRUNO in the vieinity of 8th

and Christian Streets, on this date.

PAT MASSI was also present

at this meeting; however, MASSI departed for private conference

with BRUNO, then AVENA did the same.

The purpose of each meeting

was not known to the source, nor was the topie discussed known to

the source.

PH T-6 on June 27, 1962, reported AVENA again contacted

BRUNO at approximately 1 p.m. on this date at Penn Jersey Vending,

Ine., but, in BRUNO's absence, AVENA departed.

PH T-3 on June 21, 1962, reported that SAM AVENA

contacted BRUNO on this date for the purpose of reporting the

progress he made with the prineipals who are handling the PATTERSON-

SONNY LISTON bout in Chieago on September 25, 1962.

The source stated it appeared BRUNO exercises considerable

control over these negotiations being handled by AVENA.

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GABRIEL BERK,

Attorney

Offices: 1420 Walnut Street,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Office Telephone No. PE 5-2144

Residence: 616 Webb Road,

Elkins Park, Pa.

Home Telephone No. MElrose 5-5310

T-8 on May 21, 1962, reported that ANGELO BRUNO 1s

presently using the services of Attorney GABRIEL BERK, Penn

Square Building, 1420 Walnut Street,

Philadelphia.

On May 21,

1962, Attorney BERK and his assistant, (FNU) RUSKOFF and

DAN BUCCERONI, also known as Don Battles, appeared at Penn

Jersey Vending and conferred with BRUNO.

It is to be noted

that this source reported that DON BATTLES the day before had

lunch with BRUNO and it was at this time this meeting was

set.

This source reported on

May 31, 1962, that BERK again

conferred with BRUNO at BRUNO's offices.

I-6 on June 5, 1962, said that GABRIEL BERK made

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MARTIN BERNSTEIN,

Bartender, Open Deer Cafe,

12th and Locust Streets,

Philadelphia, Pa.

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T-8 on March 29, 1962, reported that MARTIN BERNSTEIN

is the bartender at the Open Door Cafe, which was opened March 26,

1962.

He works for its owners, MAX WEISBERG, SAMUEL HOFFMAN, SOLLY

GLEANER, and JOSEPH KANEFSKY.

BERNSTEIN is repaying $60.00 weekly to ANGELO BRUNO'&

vending machine serviceman to defray the $5,000 loan BRUNO and

LOU LALLI made to the Open Door Cafe.

T-6 on April 1l, 1962, said that he was told by BRUNO

and several other people that KANEFSKY and HOFFMAN visit the Open

Door Cafe

practically daily.

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UNSUB, aka "Blond Babe,"

Operator of a store at

Iith and Wharton Streets,

Philadelphia, Pa.

I-8 on April 12, 1962, stated that "Blend Babe," whe

operates a store at l1th

and Wharton Streets, whose identity is

unknown to him, attended a meeting in the back room of ALFONSO

MAIORIELLA's barbershep, 902 South 8th Street, on this date.

IGNATIUS DENARO and ALFRED IEZZI were present. BRUNO, at the

same time, held a meeting across the street at 907 South 8th

Street, SONNY RICCOBENE's luncheenette, with several unknown

individuals.

A courier was moving between both meetings.

I-24 on June 24, 1962, stated "Blond Babe" is a numbers

writer known to him for many years taking numbers action at 1lth

and Wharton Streets, Philadelphia. He has never been known to

I-24 by any other name.

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BARNEY BROOKS

1900 Pennsylvania Boulevard

L07-5709

Employed as a elerk,

Philadelphia County Courts

T-21 on March 7, 1962, said BRUNO, MITCHEL COHEN,

ABE SEROT, and BARNEY BROOKS held a meeting,

this date, at

GIARDINO del TORINO's Restaurant, 826 South Eighth Street,

concerning the action desired by BRUNO on the part of BROOKS

and COHEN in behalf of RALPH MARANCA's and DOMINIC COLOZZI'S

local court eases.

COLOZZI was to be tried Mareh 14, 1962,

for A and B on a Philadelphia Pollee officer.

On March 8, 1962,

informant said BRUNO told COLOZZI he had contated MITCHELI

COHEN to bring about favorable astion in COLOZZI's ease.

Further, he contaeted BROOKS to do the same for RALPH MARANCA.

T-8 said BARNEY BROOKS is a good political contaet

man and court fixer.

He "hangs out"

at-LEW TENDER's, Broad and Loeust

Streets, and at Fourth and Gaskill Streets, where FRANK MATTEO,

number writer, has a bar.

"Jewish hang out"

is at Fourth

and Gaskill ascording to informant.

BARNEY BROOKS is a clerk in Philadelphia Courts and

Is assigned to handle hotel and travel aecomodations, ete.,

for visiting judges within the state who sit to hear

in Philadelphia county when needed to suppliment the courts.

(per ADA F. EMMETT FITZPATRICK tO HOLMES)

I-I on April 4, 1962, said BARNEY BROOKS is a court

clerk fixer who has been used by BRUNO in this capacity.

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CUNFIUEMIIAL

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DAN, M. BUCCERONI

aka DON BATTLES

Fairmount Manor Apartments

IV2-2426

Maitre d', RDA Club

249 North Juniper Street (L03-5843)

Philadelphia, Pa.

I-8 reported BRUNO met with DON BATTLES, Maitre d'

RDA Club,

and two unknown men at

the Italian Restaurant,

Tenth and Catherine Streets on May 15, 1962.

On May 21, 1962, this source observed BUCCERONI,

accompanied by Attorney GABRIEL BERK, 1420 Walnut Street,

PE5-2144, and BERK's assistant RUSSKOFF visit ANGELO BRUNO

at Penn Jersey Vending on this date.

The business diseussed

was not known.

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RUSSELL BUFALINO (LEN) (I -4)

304 East Dorrance Street

Kingston, Pa.

T-6 on February 8, 1962, said RUSSELL BUFALINO

and MAX "WILLIE' WEISBERG visited ANGELO BRUNO at Penn

Jersey Vending, Inc

BUFALINO waS

driving a car bearing Pennsylvania

on February 10en 180 57 1015

noted this license is registered to RUSSELL A. BUFALINO, '

304 East Dorrance Street, Kingston, Pa.

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LEWIS CAMPBELL, aka

Lew Campbell

936 Randolph Street

Camden, New Jersey.

Phone EMerald 5-3912

Philadelphia PD No. 37790

T-8 on May 28, 1962, advised that ANGELO BRUNO,

through a second party, contacted LEW CAMPBELL,

desiring to

meet him in Philadelphia that date:

They agreed to meet

at Dante's Restaurant, Tenth and Catharine Streets,

date.

BRUNO then had in his presence SAM CARIOLA,

labor

organizer for the hotel and restaurant workers union from

Buffalo, New York. CAMPBELL Was

to meet them in Philadel-

phia at approximately 3:15 p.m. that date.

CARIOLA waS

making efforts to leave his organization and become affiliated

with the AFICIO.

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JOHN CAPPELLO (LCN) (T-1)

2934 South Juniper Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

Operator of a grocery store at

Ninth and Fitzwater Streets,

Philadelphia, Pa.

T-8 on April 3 and 17, 1962, observed JOHN CAPPELLO,

brother-in-law of PETE CASSELLA; enter Penn Jersey Vending

to see ANGELO BRUNO.

Source advised that CAPPELLO gambles

frequently and visits BRUNO to borrow money or to repay money.

T-6 on April 27, 1962, said CAPPELLO lost approxi-

mately $4,000 in a

"ziganatte"

ESPOSITO,

also known as

"ILU, "Same operated by LOUIS

FRANK SINDONE and CAPPELLO

visited BRUNO after 5:00 p.m. this date with respect to the

money they lost at the game.

T-8 on May 19 and June 6, 1962, observed CAPPELLO

enter Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., to talk with ANGELO BRUNO.

on June 7, 1962, reported that JOHN SIMONE,

also known as "CASABLANCA,

," from Trenton, New Jersey,

delivered in Philadelphia 50 wedding invitations for his

associates at Philadelphia. Source believed that the daughter

eno daugenter

of JIMMY BROWN of Trenton was to be married at Trenton

on July 1, 1902.

BRUNO sent 15 wedding invitations to JOHN

CAPPELLO for further distribution. It is to be noted this

source later reported that BRUNO attended this wedding at

Trenton.

T-6 on June 12 and 20, 1962, again reported

CAPPELLO visited BRUNO on both dates at Penn Jersey Vending.

On BRUNO's absence

on June 12, he departed.

However, on

June 20 they held a short discussion, the nature of which

discussion was not known to the source.

CAPPELLO again

visited BRUNO, along with NICHOLAS PICCOLO, also known as

NICKY BUCK, on June 26, 1962, according to T-6.

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SAM CARIOLA

International Representative,

Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union,

Buffalo, New York

T-8 on May 28, 1962,

reported that SAM CARIOLA,

Union Representative for Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union,

was @bserved entering Penn Jersey Vending Company on this date

any en this date

to enlist the assistance of ANGELO BRUNO in CARIOLA's welfare

and union activities.

CARIOLA desired to "pull away from" his

present organization

and affiliate with the AFL-CIO.

T-l on the same date confirmed the above.

T-8 on the same date

bodyguard Ter MARCO REGINELLI (deceased, of Camden, N.Jc

that LOU CAMPBELL, reputed

contacted by BRUNO in this regard. This source observed CARIOLA,

BRUNO, and ALFRED IEZZI In BRUNO's car depart Philadelphia for

New Jersey on May 28, 1962. .

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MICHAEL CASALIARO, aKa MIKE BARLO

Part Owner 1501 Bar,

1501 East

Passyunk Avenue, FU9-9297

Philadelphia, Pa.

T-6, on Mareh 30, 1962,

said MIke BARLO, numbeI

writer who operates 1501 Bar,

1501 East Passyunk Avenue

FU9-9297, (Fifteen-0-One Ine. visited BRUNO at Penn Jersey

Vending on this date:

T-8 stated MIKE BARLO had been seen

at the Bowie Race Track in Maroh 1902.

MARIO MAGGIO

and

his female companion, "

girl friend

were also there

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DAVID COHEN, Attorney

Penn Square Building

Philadelphia, Pa:

Telephone LO 3-8551

T-6 on June 1, 1962, reported that Attorney DAVID COHEN,

Penn Square Building, Philadelphia, telephone number LO 3-8551;

is presently representing SUE BRUNO as a principal in the Oregon

Avenue land development purchase made by BRUNO, ANGELO RUSSO and

MICHAEL GRASSO, JR.

COHEN was in contact with BRUNO, according to the same

source on June 5, 1962, in connection with the above enterprise.

On June 7, 1962, I-8 reported that GRASSO and ANGELO

RUSSO were to accompany BRUNO to COHEN's office at 2 p.m. in

connection with their land development at 3rd and Oregon Avenue.

BRUNO was unable to make the trip. RUSSO and GRASSO departed

without

him.

T-8 on June 26, 1962, reported that on this date BRUNO

met with DAVID COHEN at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc. BEN GOLOB who

was also present was observed departing these offices going to

BRUNO's residence and returning with papers which COHEN reviewed.

They concerned sales and leases in connection with 3rd and Oregon

Avenue land development.

COHEN then had lunch with BRUNO, JOE

SPITALERI and CALOGERO SINATRA at 10th and Catherine Streets,

Philadelphia.

They returned to Penn Jersey Vending where their

conference

continued until approximately 2:15.

MICHAEL GRASSO

was observed driving COHEN from the vicinity of 8th and Christian

Streets.

T-1 on June

26; 1962, reported that COHEN on this date

contacted BRUNO principally to obtain the necessary figures he

needed to determine BRUNO's capital gains tax in connection with

3rd and Oregon Avenue.

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MITCHELL COHEN

3702 Conshohocken

Avenue

Philadelphia, Pa.

Telephone TR 8-3768

Philadelphia PD #139 288

It 1s to be noted that Inspector FRANK RIZZO on March 21,

1960, had stated that MITCHELL COHEN owned the Media Club at 1525

North 60th Street. He has had an excess of 30 arrests, primarily

for gambling.

It is to be noted that I-6 has identified MITCHELI COHEN

as a numbers writer in the vicinity of 19th and

Market Streets,

Philadelphia, who presently gives his "action" to ANGELO BRUNO

through PHILIP TESTA, BRUNO's principal lieutenant.

T-8 on February 28i 1962, reported that MITCHELL COHEN

contacted BRUNO on this date to settle & dispute in which he was

involved.

The nature of the dispute was not know to the source.

However, on March 6, 1962, the same source reperted

that BRUNO conferred with COHEN to obtain COHEN's assistance to

contact the proper parties to appeal the local conviction of RALPH

MARANCA.

T-8 on March 7, 1962, reported that BRUNO.

on this date

met with MITCHELL COHEN

ABE SEROT, and BARNEY (LNU) at Giardino

DiTorine Restaurant at 826 South 8th Street.

This meeting concerned

the action desired by BruNo on the part of BARNEY and COHEN on

behalf of RALPH MARANCA and DOMINIC COLOZZI, each having a pending

local case in local court.

On March 8, 1962, BRUNO informed DOMINIC COLOZZI that

MITCHELL COHEN had been contacted and he was to bring about

favorable political action in COLOZZI's behalf in COLOZZI'S

pending

case involving assault and battery on a police officer which was

to be tried by a nonjury on March 14, 1962.

T-21

on March 17, 1962, reported that MITCHELL COHEN

who was presently acting

• in

behalt of BRUNO to bring about

change in the sentence of DOMINIC COLOZZI daily drives back and

forth

to work Judge ADRIAN BONNELLI, president judge, County

Court, Philadelphia.

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I-8 on March 27, 1962, reported that MITCHELL COHEN,

COLOZZI and BRUNO again held a meeting at 826 South 8th Street

concerning COLOZZI's local case.

T-8 on April 24, 1962, reported that COHEN contacted

BRUNO on this date to obtain a decision from him as to whether

or not #547 or 587 was the winning number that date.

It appeared

that there was an erasure at the track of #587 and MITCHELL COHEN

desired a decision so that he could straighten out his "pickup men."

T- 2

on May 2, 1962, stated that COHEN stopped at Penn

Jersey Vending on May 2, 1962, and collected a sum of money PHIL

TESTA had left for him apparently in connection with a numbers

hit.

T-6 on May 17, 1962, observed COHEN enter Penn Jersey

Vending twice during that date and departed In BRUNO's absence.

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DOMINICK COLOZZI

2503 South Garnet Street

Philadelphia,

Pa.

FU 9-4702

Operator

Bars:

Club House No. 1, 1636 Wolf Street,

DE 4-9715

Club

House No. 2, 1655 South

Chadwick Street, HO 7-8450

Philadelphia Police Department No. 257672

I-8 on February 8, 1962, stated DOMINICK COLOZLI,

operator of Club House No. l and No. 2, is closely associated

with ANGELO BRUNO.

On March 7, 1962, BRUNO, BARNEY BROOKS, MITCHELT

COHEN, and ABE SEROT met at Giardino del Torino Restaurant,

825 South Eighth Street, to discuss BRUNO's desired action

on the part of BROOKS and COHEN to bring about favorable

results

in setting aside COLOZZI's conviction, for assault

and battery on a police officer at Philadelphia®

The results

same are treated in another portion of this report.

BRUNO and COLOZZI met on March 8, 1962, to discuss

BRUNO's actions In COLOZZI's behalf by MITCHELL COHEN, according

to T-8.

T-21 on March 17, 1962, said MITCHELL COHEN

dally drives Judge ADRIAN BONNELLI,

President Judge, County

Court, Philadelphia, back and forth to work.

T-8 on March

i 27%

1962, reported COLOZZI, COHEN

and BRUNO again met at 826 South Eighth Street concerning

COLOZZI's

It is to

be noted COLOZZI's sentence or conviction

was set aside at a

later date.

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T-6 on May 18, 1962,

reported COLOZZI made efforts

to contact BRUNO this date because the group to which he is

attached lost a great deal of money this day on number hits.

It is to be noted that I-17 has known COLOZZI to

be associated with ANGELO BRUNO in numbers activity for many

years and served as

office man in BRUNO's numbers bank in the

"past.

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CHARLES IGNAZIO COSTELLO (LEN) (T-2)

Residence Address: 714 Puritan Street,

Lawrence Township; Trentong'.N.J

Winter Residence: 12468 North Bayshore Drive,

Business

Address: J& C Vendings

947 Southard Street, Trenton, N.J.

FBI No. 365 088; New Jersey License #VD 480

On February 13, 1962, 1t 1s to be noted that Special

Agent C. GRAHAM HURST at Miami, Fla., observed ANGELO BRUNO

on February 1, 1962, at the residence of CHARLES COSTELLO,

12468 North Bayshore Drive, North Miami, Fla.

BRUNO was

driving a 1960 Chevrolet bearing 1961 Florida tags IW62368,

which 1s Issued to J: C. Vending Machine, Inc., at 12468

BRUNO was also observed there by the

same agent on February.5, 1962. BRUNO had arrived in Miami

at 12:55 a.m., February 1, 1962, on Flight #741. The:

Internal Revenue Service, Philadelphia, on February 9, 1962

JFK Law 11(a)

offices of AGOSTINO AMATO on February 5, 1962.

ANGELO BRUNO and CHARLES COSTELLO discussed COSTELLO'S

visit to New York and the fact that COSTELLO had purchased

stock in New York. They planned to leave for Florida that

evening together.

T-8 on Aprit-2, 1962, reported that CHARLES

COSTELLO Loaned Penn Jergy Vending, Inc., $10,000. HIS

check on bank number

cleared Broad Street Trust

Company, 8th and

Christian Streets, this source

believed.

On April 24, 1962, I-I reported that BRUNO was

well conversant with the personal affairs of CHARLES

COSTELLO and was reviewing with CARI "PAPPY" IPPOLITO

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FRANK D'ALFONSO

825 South Ninth Street

WA5-7833

D'Alfonso

Flowers

806 South Ninth Street

WA5-5263

T-8 on April 1, 1962, said MARIO "SONNY" RICCOBENE

has FRANK D'ALFONSO handle all his bookkeeping for his illegal

gambling activities.

This source stated he learned

through

RICCOBENE that IGNAZIO DE NARO sut himself in

the operation of SONNY RICCCBENE's

"Ziganette"as a partner in

game, being

"bankroiled" by RICCOBENE.

D'ALFONSO is also booking horses on his own.

T-8 on April 26, 1962, saw D'ALFONSO all at Penn

Jersey Vending and gonfer with FRANK IANNARELIA on this date.

This

source reported PHILIP TESTA and BRUNO are

presently

RICCOBENE

'ool' toward D'ALFONSO beause of his loyalty to

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FRANK DATTILIO

Partner, P& D Clothing Company,

429 North 13th Street,

Business Phone: MA 7-4666

Resident Phone: HOward 7-0259

Additional Business Phone: PE 5-9270

ranite Luncheon ste

Resence dares: 42e 1n0ro9 St: (g5 5-059)

8802 Fairfield St. (HO 4-0535)

1960 Cadillac, License F-53503

T-6 on May 14, 1962, reported that FRANK DATTILIO,

who was one of the owners of the P & D clothing Company ons

North 13th Street, visited ANGELO BRUNO on that date.

DUNDEE, partner to FRANK DATTILIO, is the godson of JAMES

TURCO.

• BRUNO was asked to arbitrate the differences between

DUNDEE and DATTILIO dissolving their partnership in the above

clothing firm.

The same source had said on May 21, 1962,

BRUNO brought DUNDEE and DATILLIO face to face in his presence

where BRUNO acted as judge in the dissolving of this partner-

ship.

Philadelphia telephone directory lists only one

FRANK DATTILIO, 8802 Fairfield Street, at HO 4-0535.

Philadelphia County Detective Office, Philadelphia,

listed 1900 Cadillac, license F53503, as being seen at 2416

South Broad Street.

Said license registered to FRANK DATTILO,

8802 Fairfield Street, Philadelphia.

Voters Registration Street List, City of Philadelphia

for fall 1961, listed CATHERINE FROSCH, 2nd floor, and STELLA

HAYES, residing at 2416 South Broad Street. DATTILIO not

reflected.

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TONY DE MENTO

2113 Berwick

Camden, N. J.

W03-6601

T-8, on June 1, 1962, was

bragging on this date

he loeated TONY DE MENTO, 2113

Berwiok, Cander, N.

Sos for

ANGELO BRUNO because BRUNO aould not

find DE MENTO tO

colleet $600 DE MENTO owes him..

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IGNAZIO DENARO, aka (LCN) (I -]):

Ignatus Denaro,

3162 South Uber Street,

eniladelphia, Pa..

l'elephone DE 4-4048

Philadelphia Police Department #109 734

T-6 on February 27, 1962, stated that IGNAZIO DENARO

on this date loaned two individuals from Vineland, N.J., a sum

of money for the purpose of opening in Vineland, N.J., some type

of business.

The informant believed it was a vending machine

business and that DENARO's action was contrary to the opinion

of BEN GOLOB, who 18 currently operating Garden State Vending,

Inc., for BRUNO in the New Jersey area.

T-8 reported on March 2, 1962, that DENARO met with

BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., this date. There were several

others,

known to the source as numbers writers and gamblers, meeting

this date at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

T-3 on Mareh 6, 1962, reported that BRUNO and DENARO

met with a numbers writer at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., on that

date shortly before noon. Following this meeting BRUNO and DENARO

departed together.

T-8 reported DENARO also visited on March 9, 1962, and

March 12, "SONNY" RICCOBENE.

1962; however, on the latter occasion he was accompanied

by MARIO

T-6 on March 21, 1962, furnished three hangouts known

to him wherein BRUNO meets with

IGNAZIO DENARO.

They were identified

as 812 South 8th Street, Florentine Restaurant; 902 South 8th Street,

a barbershop operated by ALFONSO MAIORIELLO; and

I Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc.

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PH T-6 on March 31, 1962, reported DENARO's girl friend

co be CONNIE MAlORIELLO.

and

that DENARO and BRUNO both use the

elephone at 902 South oth Street where CONNIE resides

T-8 on April 1, 1962, said that IGNAZIO DENARO "eut

himself in"

i partne

RICCOBENE at RICCOBENE's luncheonette,

907 South: 8th Street. This was done against the wishes of RICCOBENE.

This

same source on April 4, 1962, reported that DENARO

continues to be a partner with RICCOBENE; that he visited Penn

Jersey Vending, Ine., on this date where he discussed the same

with

ANGELO BRUNO.

T-6 on April 12, 1962, reported DENARO met with ALFRED

IEZZI and "Blonde Babe,"

a male, operator of a store from l1th

and Wharton Streets, whose identity is unknown to the source. At

the same time BRUNO met with two individuals at

"SONNY" RICCOBENE's

luncheonette located directly across the street from the barbershop

where DENARO was meeting. The purpose of this meeting was unknown,

but the source stated

that a courier was running back and forth

between each meeting.

T-8 on April 18, 1962, reported DENARO, PHILIP TESTA,

and ANGELO BRUNO met on April 17, 1962, when DENARO announced

he was taking a trip the follewing day with Pennsylvania State

Senator ANTHONY DI SILVESTRO. BRUNO was instrueting DENARO as

to what to say and what not to say. Further, it was not known

to the source where DENARO was going or the purpose of this trip.

On April 20, 1962, T-6 observed DENARO entering Penn

on the morning of April 20, 1902, and again

meeting BRUNO in the late afternoon at "SONNY" RICCOBENE's luncheonette,

907 South 8th Street.

It appeared to the source that matters of

decision in the vicinity of 8th and Christian Streets are determined

both by BRUNO and DENARO.

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T-8 on April

21, 1962, advised that DENARO is a "compare"

Of FRANK SANNINI, which

term is known to the source as meaning

he is SANNINI's Godfather, but common usage also denotes a relation

exists between them.

Further, the term is also noted to mean

"unele."

SANNINI and DENARO from 1946 to 1953 traveled together socially,

drank together, and often dated women together.

The identities

of these women are unknown to the source. DENARO during this

period was known as a shylock and in this capacity was associted

with ANTONIO POLLINA. In 1951 or 1953, when he severed business

relations with POLLINA (shylocking), FRANK IANNARELLA, aka "Snuffy,"

went to work for POLLINA shylocking.

On April 24, 1962, DENARO attended a meeting at Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc., after 5 p.m. on this date along with FRANK MONTE,

CARL "PAPPY"

IPPOLITO, and JOHN "CASABLANCA" SIMONE, where each

talked to ANGELO BRUNO.

An individual at this time

came to BRUNO

to obtain the number on which they would pay off numbers hits for

that day. There was a track erasure of the number which led to the

confusion as to which number was valid. BRUNO rendered the deeision.

The above was furnished by PH I-8 on April 24, 1962.

On April 25, 1962, I-8 advised that DENARO would go to

Atlantic City with BRUNO to see FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO for the purpose

of interceding for ALFRED IEZZI, who desired to disassociate himself

with the operation of the 500 Club in Atlantic City, N.J.

on Apr11-27, 1902, TO advised that BRUNO was arbitrating

a conflict as to whether or

not to release "Little Nicky" in the

operation of the numbers business of NICHOLAS PICCOLO.

• "Little

Nicky"

desired to quit. BRUNO was making efforts to have DENARO

attend this meeting that date before rendering a decision. He

was unable to locate DENARO.

I-6 on May 1, 1962, reported that DENARO had complained

to BRUNO about the service FRANK IANNARELLA was rendering Dom's

Luncheonette, 15th and Morris Streets. IANNARELLA was servicing

vending machines for BRUNO at this time.

This indicated to the

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I-o on May 10, 1962, reported that DENARO was questioned

at the intersection of 8th and Christian Streets by the police.

BRUNO was immediately advised of the same by FRANK IANNARELLA and

BRUNO and his visitor, SAM (INU), from Irenton, N.J., were very

much concerned and walked to and

from the intersection and Penn

Jersey Vending, Inc., to learn the results of the inquiry.

I-8 on May 11, 1962, said that BRUNO met with DENARO,

FRANK SANNINI, FRANK NICOLETTI, and PHILIP TESTA at DON GEECH'g

at 740 christian street at approximately c:so p.m.

At approximately 4 p.m. this meeting moved to MARIO

"SONNY"

RICCOBENE's luncheonette, 907 South 8th Street, where only BRUNO,

NICHOLAS PICOLIO, and DENARO were in attendance. DENARO could be

heard shouting and BRUNO could be heard shouting back. The nature

of the argument was not known to the source.

It 1s to be noted that DON GEECH is known as "Mr. Frank"

to members of this group. Further, that 740 Christian Street 18

listed to FRANK DAMIANO.

On May 14, 1962, DENARO again conferred with ALFRED

IEZZI at RICCOBENE'& luncheonette, 907 South oth Street, according

to I-8, who reported same that date.

On May 15, 1962, T-6 observed DENARO driving a new

Oidsmobile bearing New Jersey license GIN 622, which DENARO claimed

to be his.

At approximately 7 p.m. this date BRUNO met with JAMES

TURCO, DENARO, and PHILIP TESTA at ALFONSO MAIORIELLO's barbershop,

902 South 8th

Street. As TESTA and TURCO departed, DENARO and

BRUNO were joined by FRANK NICOLETTI.

On May 16, 1962, T-6 said that BRUNO again met with

DENARO, SANNINI, and NICOLETTI at 740 Christian Street.

On May 17, 1962, T-6 said DENARO met with NICOLETTI and

IEZZI at approximately 12:30 p.m. just prior to IEZZI meeting

with ANGELO BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., to discuss his

disassociation with the 500 club, Atlantic City, N.J.-

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T-8 on May 23, 1962, said that BRUNO and DENARO departed

together on this date and source believed they were going to

New York.

The purpose of their trip and the party they were

to see was unknown to the source.

This same source on May 25, 1962, said BRUNO, DENARO,

SANNINI, and NICOLETTI again met at 740 Christian Street at

DON GEECH's luncheonette.

On July 1, 1962, I-8 observed DENARO entering Penn

Jersey Vending, Ine., and departing with ANGELOBRUNO.

On June 5, 1962, T-8 reported that FRANK NICOLETTI

informed BRUNO that DENARO was then at the barbershop at 902 South

8th Street.

NICOLETTI was dispatshed. to the barbershop to have

DENARO meet BRUNO at 740 Christian Street.

This he did.

Source

said within ten minutes from NICOLETTI'S departure BRUNOalso

departed and entered 740 Christian Street.

On June 6, 1962, T-8 advised that BRUNO and DENARO

again met at the barbershop. The purpose of their meeting was

not known to the source.

I-6 on June 7, 1962, Identified 740 Christian Street

as a

"known hangout" of

members of the so-called "Greaser Gang."

This source identified some of the members known to him of this

gang as FRANK NICOLETTI, IGNAZIO DENARO, and ANGELO BRUNO.

Further,

BRUNO Irequently uses the telephone at 740 Christian Street, to

make calls he does not desire to make from his office.

The number

furnished by the source for 740 Christian Street was MA 7-9494.

T-o on June 8, 1962, again reported on a meeting between

HUND and DENARO at the barbershop at 902 South oth Street.

BRUNO

thereafter met with several people at Penn Jersey Vending,

who are known to the source as gamblers and numbers writers.

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I-3 on June 9, 1962, reported that DENARO first met

ABE SEROT, BRUNO's associate, at the barbershop at 902 South

8th Street.

T-2 on June 14, 1962, reported that PAT MASSI and

ANGELO BRUNO met at the Maggio Cheese Company, Ilth and

Washington Avenue. BRUNO informed MASSI that he had seen

DENARO on that date.

The purpose of the meeting was not

known to the source.

T-6 on June 19, 1962, reported that at 12:30 p.m.

an elderly Italian man driving a vehicle bearing New Jersey

license EGP 815 arrived at Penn Jersey Vending Ine., and in

BRUNO's absence departed looking for IGNAZIO DENARO in the

vicinity of

8th and Christian Streets.

It is to be noted the above license is registered to

one SAMUEL A. SCAFIDI, 12 Rempher Drive, Bridgeton, N.J.

The

purpose of the meeting was not known to

the source; however,

the source stated that SAMUEL SCAFIDI is a partner to MARIO

"SONNY" RICCOBENE at the luncheonette at 907 South 8th Street.

a meeting in the barbershop at 902 South Street prior to noon.

At approximately 12:35 p.m•, DENARO entered Penn Jersey Vending,

Ine., and in BRUNO's absence departed. After his departure SAM

SCAFIDI, identified above, entered and awaited BRUNO's arrival.

BRUNO re-entered at approximately 2 p.m. with DENARO, at which

time SCAFIDI, BRUNO, and DENARO held a meeting. They were joined

in this meeting by FRANK MATTEO and PHILIP TESTA. The nature of

the meeting was not known to the source.

On June 22, 1962, I-8 reported that TONY D'ITALIA arrived

at Penn Jersey Vending operating a vehicle bearing New Jersey

11cense GYJ 521.

In BRUNO's absence, he left to speak to IGNAZIO

DENARO at 740 Christian Street.

On June 27, 1962, T-8 reported that DENARO met with

ANGELO BRUNO, LOU LALLI, and CALOGERO SINATRA.

SINATRA

was

"known to

this group as BRUNO's cousin and a visiting Italian national.

This

group was later Joined by FRANK MATTEO, PHILIP TESTA, FRANK NARDUCCI;

and FRANK IANNARELLA. The purpose of this meeting was unknown to source

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PH T-3 on June 27, 1902,

reported that IGNAZIO DENARO

met with BRUNO and PHILlI TESTA at Penn Jersey Vending Company

on this date.

At this time TOMMY FOLEY, true name RALPH KATZ,

known to the source as being engaged in numbers activities, was

also present. Following the meeting and FOLEY's departure,

DENARO, TESTA and BRUNO departed together.

PH T-o on June 29, 1962, stated that IGNAZIO DENARO

was being chauffeured by MARIO: - "SONNY"RICCOBENE on thig date

in South Philadelphia.

Further, that on the afternoon of June 29,

1962, SAM SCAFIDI came from New Jersey looking for BRUNO and

in his absence departed

to see IGNAZIO DENARO.

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ANTONIO D' ITALIA

Resident Camden,

N. J.

Vehiele Lieense # GYJ 521

T-6, on June 22, 1962, reported he observed

ANTONIO D'ITALIA driving a vehicle bearing New Jersey

GYJ 521 on this date enter Penn Jersey Vending.

In BRUNO ' s

absence, RALPH MARANCA

said ANTONIO left to see IGNAZIO

DENARO.

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ADAM D'OLIO

aka Addie

716 Manton Street

Operator of the Buckeye Club

Philadelphia PD #108 8698

T-6 on February 27 and 28, 1962, observed ADAM D'OLIO

visiting on both dates and

conferring with ANGELO BRUNO.

On March 6, 1962, March 7, 1962, and April 3, 1962,

D'OLIO was observed visiting Penn Jersey Vending offices by T-8.

Informant states he conferred with BRUNO on all dates. Informant

believes BRUNO and D'OLIO discussed numbers

activities.

I -6

on April 11, 1962, reported D'OLIO picked up PHIL

TESTA on that date in connection with numbers activities. I-8

on April 17, 1962,

stated that D'OLIO appeared at Penn Jersey

Vending.

BRUNO at this time was with PHIL TESTA at Giardino DiTorino

Restaurant across the street making telephone calls.

waited with

FRANK SINDONE and FRANK NARDUCCI also to confer with

BRUNO about numbers.

on April 25, 1962, reported that D'OLIO and NARDUCCI

conferred with BRUNO

to borrow a sum of money for a third party who

was to repay so much per week.

This loan was granted after D'OLIO

and NARDUCCI certified that the berrower would repay 1t.

BRUNO again met with D'OLIO, FRANK SANSONE and FRANK

NARDUCCI on June 28, 1962, according to T-8.

was not known

to this source.

The

discussion

However, T-l on the same date

reported that their discussion concerned numbers activities.

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"DO DO" (NUN)

Operator Bar

1654 South Chadwiek Street

Philadelphia, Pa

T-8 on February 22, 1962, stated "SNUFFY"

IANNARELIA told him that on this date

"DO DO", operator of a

bar at 1654 South

Chadwick Street had a $2.00 number hit

022

this date and "SNUFFY"

paid him $1,200 in behalf of!

ANGELO BRUNO. This source did not

know if

is

idential with ROCCO DI NUBILE who is a number writer from

Eighth and Fitzwater Streets.

RocCo works in numbers with

FRANK ZIP (LNU) who also frequents Eighth and Fitzwater

Streets:

T-6 on February 28, 1962, said that "DO DO" told

him he colleeted more than $900 from ANGELO BRUNO on this

date.

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DON INU

Operator, Coneord Hotel

New Jersey

T-8 on Mareh 2, 1962, and April 5, 1962, said that

he saw Don, operator Coneord Hotel, New

Jersey, enter Penn

Jersey Vending to see BRuNe on both dates.

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TONY DUNDEE (NUN)

Godson JAMES TURCO,

Dundee Company, owner,

P & D Clothing Company,

429 North 13th Street,

Phone: MA 7-4664

T-6 on May 14, 1962, said TONY DUNDEE told him he

conferred with ANGELO BRUNO to dissolve his partnership with

DUNDEE wanted BRUNO to arbitrate their differences.

DUNDEE is the Godson of JAMES TURCO. DATTILIO 1S BRUNO's friend.

On May 21, 1962, BRUNO, having conferred separately

with DUNDEE and FRANK, brought each together in his presence

where BRUNO acted as judge to dissolve their partnership.

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ALBERT ESPOSITO, aka..

LuLu

Residence address - 2119 South 19th Street,

Philadelphia, Pa.

Business address - luth Luncheonette

and Hoffman Streets,

Philadelphia, Pa.

I-8 on April 26, 1962, said that Lulu Esposito is

presently operating from his luncheonette at 19th and Hoffman

Streets, a "niganette" game.

FRANK NARDUCCI and FRANK MONTE

are dealing at the game.

This source said that JOHN CAPPELLO

lost between $4,000 and $5,000 as a player at this game on

Apr1l 25, 1962. FRANK SINDONE also lost approximately and $250.

T-6 on May 11, 1962, said that MICHAEL GRASSO, Jr.,

told him that he contacts LU LU ESPOSITO directly for ANGELO

BRUNO, who does not desire to call LU LU or to contact him directly.

GRASSO said he delivered a message to LU LU or May 1l, 1962,

to have IU LU contact BRUNO on that date.

This LU lu did.

LU LU has a brother, first name unknown, who works for the M. Magg10

Cheese Company:

T-8 on May 14, 1962, sald the "ziganette" game continues

to be operated by ESPOSITO and it did run on May 13, 14, 1962.

FRANK IANNARELLA and FRANK SINDONE were known to be in attendance

on both dates.

T-8 on May 19, 1962, said that ESPOSITO is presently

"shylocking" the players at the game.

He loaned JOHN CAPPELLO

approximately $6,000 and he loaned FRANK SINDONE approximately

$4,000 while playing at the game.

JOSEPH LAZZARO, aka., Joe

Gibbons, and FRANK MONTE are workers at the game.

AUGUSTINE MAZZIO,

aka., Gussie Giddens, has been a consistent winner at the game.

T-8 on June 28, 1962, said that FRANK SANSONE, aka•s

Hank, told him that on this date he met with ANGELO BRUNO to tell

BRUNO that he, SANSONE, had been arrested as a common gambler

at LuLu ESPOSITO's "ziganette" game.

T-8 on June 29, 1962, said the

game was running on

June 28, and 29, 1962, at LU LU ESPOSITO' & Luncheonette,

however,

GUSSIE GIDDENS was reported to be a loser on these dates. GIDDENS

was playing as much as $200 and $300 a card.

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FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO, (ICN) (T-3)

"Skinny John,

"Skinny Razor,"

2367 Baird Boulevard,

Camden, New Jersey;

FBI No. 928 463

Philadelphia PD

#68570

Operator TV Bar,

8th and Washington Avenue,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

PH T-1 on February 6, 1962, said ANGELO BRUNO was

going to meet FELIX DE TULLIO that night.

PH T-8 on February 8, 1962, said that BRUNO visited

FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO on February 8, 1962.

PH T-8 stated that BRUNO and DE TULLIO again saw each

other on February 9, 1962, at which time DE TULLIO made arrangements

to meet BRUNO's son, MICHAEL BRUNO, who 1s operating the Globe

Exterminating Company at 775 South

8th Street, at the 2-4 Club on

February 10, 1962.

Source advised that DE TULLIO had sold his

business, exterminating, to MICHAEL BRUNO or may be, maintaining

a proprietary interest in BRUNO's exterminating business.

On March 12, 1962, PH I-1 said that FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO

was then in Miami, Fla.

PH T-6 on March 28, 1962, reported that DE TULLIO and

ALFRED IEZZI acquired a proprietary interest in the 500 club at

Atlantie City, N.J.

On April 25, 1962, PH T-8 said ANGELO BRUNO and IGNAZIO

DENARO were to go to Atlantie City, N.J., to see FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO

at the request of ALFRED IEZZI, who desired to become disassociated

with the 500 Club at Atlantie City, N.J.

IEZZI has been contacting

BRUNO to intercede for him.

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PH T-6 on May 18, 1962, reported that ALFRED IEZZI

was again badgering BRUNO on May 18, 1962, to have BRUNO contact

FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO to relieve IEZZI of the management of the

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PH T-5 on May 11, 1962, stated that ANGELO BRUNO, FRED

IEZZI, and BRUNO's son, MICHAEL BRUNO, were discussing Universal

exterminating Company,

which was first a partnership of ARNOLD

DE MARCO and FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO.

DE TULLIO thereafter went to

a lawyer and bought DE MARCO's 50% interest, then ran this

business alone. MICHAEL BRUNO has now acquired all of Universal'g

customers.

On May 22, 1962, PH I-8 reported that DE TULLIO had met

BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending, Ine., and departed together in

DE TULLIO's car at approximately noon that date.

They returned

together at 2 p.m. After having a conversation in the immediate

vicinity of 8th

and Christian Streets, BRUNO at the time of his

return sent for ALFRED IEZZI and told

him of his conference with

DE TULLIO and that DE TULLIO had agreed that IEZZI could dis-

associate himself from the 500 Club, Atlantic City, N.J. PHIL

TESTA waS

present at the time IEZZI

was summoned.

PH I-8 on June 5, 1962, advised that at approximately

2:30 p.m. DE TULLIO contacted BRUNO to arrange a meeting with him

at the

turkish baths at 4th and Montrose Streets, Philadelphia.

It was determined by the source that the meeting

and DE TULLIO would see BRUNO that evening.

On June 8, 1962, PH T-6 observed DE TULLIO entering

Penn Jersey Vending

and in BRUNO's absence departed within five

minutes of his entry.

PH T-6 on June 28, 1962, stated that ANGELO BRUNO had

been contacted

as "Jong John on

this date

"Iong JOhn" y RAYMOND (LNU) WhO Is aleo known

presently operates a music vending

machine business at the northeast corner of 7th and Fitzwater

Streets for "Hunchback Harry" (HARRY. RICCOBENE).

The latter 1s

presently an inmate at Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia.

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NORMAN FROMKIN

Part owner (25%) Coney Island with

BERNARD

ALLEN in Dominiean Republle:

I-8, on May 19, 1962, stated BEN GOLOB saw NORMAN

FROMKIN

on the

evening of May 18, 1962. FROMKIN is operating

"Coney Island"

in the Dominican Republie on a lease basis

from the Government.

The lease is expiring and SONNY (RICH)

from Miami is eurrently trying to outbid FROMKIN for this

lease.

FROMKIN saw BRUNO at Penn Jersey and later at

GIARDINO del TORINO Restaurant seeking BRUNO's influence

speak to SONNY in FROMKIN's behalf.

T-6, on May 29, 1962, reported BERNARD "BUCKY"

ALLEN told him he talked

to BRUNO on May 29, 1962 reeommending

FROMKIN ean no longer be trusted as he spends more money than

he earns.

ALLEN said FROMKIN and he are paying $18,000 a year

to lease "Coney Island"

; further SONNY RICH represents a

Miami, Fla., syndicate which is bidding $25,000 to $30,000

to obtain this lease. ALLEN ownes 75% of the stoek and

FROMKIN 25%

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JACK GELMAN, Manager, Copaçabana Bar

19th and Wallace Streets

Owned by WILLIE RIPKA

T-o on May 25, 1902, stated WILLlE RIPRA toLa him

ANGELO BRUNO loaned JACK GELMAN $500 on May 25, 1962, because

RIPKA vouched for him.

WILLIE said he

collested the money

for GELMAN without

interest.

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JOHN V. GIGLIOTTI, aka

"Poochie,"

2201 South 20th Street,

Philadelphia, Pa.

Operator Candy Store,

20th and Jackson Streets

T-6 said that JOHN GIGLIOTTI, aka "Poochie," told him

he went to ANGELO BRUNO for &

"note" to defray his current

expenses in fighting his case in local court

"POOCHTE"

said

BRUNO gave him $50.00 (a note) on May 14, 1962.

This source

writers working for the "house, to financially assist numbers

said it is a standard practice

when the writer is arrested for

numbers activity.

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CONTRAI

SOLLY GLEANER

STANLEY GLEANER

Open Door Cafe

12th and Loeust Streets

Philadelphia, Pa.

I-6 on Mareh 29, 1962, stated SOLLY GLEANER, the

father of STANLEY GLEANER, is a

partner with JOE KANE, SAM

HOFFMAN

, and MAX WEISBERG in ownership of the Open Door

Cafe, 12th and Losust Streets.

STANLEY GLEANER is the

manager

The Open Door

Cafe borrowed $2,500 from BRUNO and $2,500 from LOU LOLLI

in a packaged deal at the time they opened.

BRUNO has a

cigarette machine

there and LOLLI has the juke box.

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BEN H. GOLOB

Resident Address: Cherry Hill Apartments,

Cherry Hill Township, New Jersey

Telephone Number NO 3-9013

Previous Address: 1920 Riverside Avenue,

Trenton, New Jersey

Previously Operated: Eagle Vending Company,

355 Bernard Street, Trenton, New Jersey

(1942 to 1946)

Born January 8, 1908, in Russia

I-2 and I-8 on February 7, 1962, have consistently

reported that BEN GOLOB is presently operating the Garden

State Vending Machine Company for ANGELO BRUNO at Camden,

New Jersey, 1140 Wright Avenue, telephone number Wo 3-3375.

T-6 on February 7, 1962, reported that GOLOB was

soliciting new business for BRUNO's Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc., Philadelphia.

T-6 on February 14, 1962, reported that GOLOB was

soliciting cigarette vending

machine stops and that GOLOB

on that date would contact the owners of the Latin Casino in

New Jersey, along with DOMINIC COLOZZI and MICKEY TÄNITSKY.

GOLOB was identifled as BRUNO's manager of Garden State

Vending Company in Camden, New Jersey.

I-o on February 27, 0962, reported that BEN GOLOE

was displeased that IGNAZIO

DENARO loaned two individuals

from Vineland, New Jersey, a sum of money to organize a

cigarette vending machine business in that area, which would

be competing with GOLOB's interest in the Southern New Jersey

area.

I-8 reported on February 28, 1962, that GOLOB was

observed entering Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

carrying a

typewriter and adding machine for the use of ANGELO BRUNO

in that office.

T-8 on March 17, 1962, reported that GOLOB borrowed

a sum of money from a New York bank with which to purchase

cigarette: machines. The loan was to the Garden State Vending

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Company, however, the machines were for Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc.

On March 20, 1962, T-6 observed GOLOB enter Penn

Jersey Vending, however, ANGELO BRUNO at this time was in

Ma have av 19d 20

Miami, Florida, and he departed.

I-& reported on March 23, 1962, that the said

machines were purchased from the National Machine Company,

St. Louis, Mo.

It was not known whether the machines were

sold to Penn Jersey Vending from Garden State Vending after

their arrival in Camden, N.J.

T-21 on March 27, 1962, reported that BEN H. GOLOB'S

son,. STEPHEN, attends Syracuse University.

T-8 on April 10, 1962, reported BRUNO was with

BEN GOLOB the majority of the day on March 30 and again on

April 10, 1962; however, the purpose of their activity

those dates was not known to the source.

I-I on April 11, 1962, reported that BRUNO and

GOLOB conferred on this date.

GOLOB stated that he had made

efforts with the White Tower chain to get them to commit

themselves to cigarette machines on a national scope.

There-

after GOLOB would get local vending companies in each area

to service them. He also indicated that Chock Full O! Nuts

had turned down his similar offer when he offered them

$60,000.

On April 13, 1962, GOLOB reported to BRUNO, according

to T-6, that he was experiencing trouble with locations

serviced by Garden State Vending where the operators had

accepted Garden State's vending machines after breaking an

existing contract to do so. The previous vendors were inst1-

tuting law suits.

T-8 on May I and May 2, 1962, reported GOLOB was

at the offices.of Penn Jersey Vending and running the offices

in the absence of any other person.

The same source reported

he did l1kewise on May 16, 1962.

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on May 19,1962, I-6 said BEN GOLOB informed ANGELO

BRUNO that he, GOLOB, had met with NORMAN FROMKIN on May 18,

1962, at Howard Johnson's, just outside of Trenton, N.J.

hon a mot

FROMKIN, who was operating

'Coney Island" in partnership with

BERNARD

"BUCKY" ALLEN in the Dominican Republic, desirec

figure than FROMKIN has bid in the past.

T-1 on May 19, 1962, also said BRUNO and GOLOB

conferred

as stated above.

This source also reported that

BRUNO met with FROMKIN In the vicinity of 8th and Christian

Streets on May 19, 1962, when FROMKIN reiterated essentially

the same information furnished by GOLOB above.

On May 29, 1962, T-21 advised that on that date

BEN GOLOB reported to ANGELO BRUNO on the status of the

Garden State vending machine buiness.

T-8

on June 1, 1962, advised he observed GOLOB

entering and leaving Penn Jersey Vending on May 25 and 28

and June 1, 1962, because BRUNO was not present at the time

he called.

I-6 on June 4, 1962, again observed GOLOB entering

Penn Jersey Vending®

GOLOB, PHILIP TESTA, and FRANK NICOLETTI

conferred with BRUNO at this time.

T-8 on June 5, 1962, reported to BRUNO that GOLOB

had on this date advised that

BILL KRANICH and JOHN BERKERY,

Penthouse Club Motor Inn in New Jersey, desired to borrow

$1,000 from BRUNO in consideration for

BRUNO placing his

machines at their location. After this report, BRUNO and MICHAEL

GRASSO, JR., were observed in a Chevrolet operated by

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bearing Florida tag IW62368 depart the vicinity of 8th and

Christian Streets. At a later hour, GOLOB returned alone

with BRUNO's car.

T-6 again observed GOLOB reporting to Penn Jersey

Vending on June 7, 1962.

GOLOB had arranged for Mr. ANDERSON;

of the National Machine Company to appear at

Penn Jersey

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Vending to show BRUNO how said machines should be repaired.

I-21 on June 8,

1962, reported that BRUNO and GOLOB

were driving in BRUNO's 1961 Chevrolet and they entered the

Market Street National Bank Building to see Attorney HERBERT

K. FISHER.

T-I on June 11, 1962, reported that ANGELO BRUNO,

on this date, arranged for BEN GOLOB to take a $5,000 note,

possibly a demand note, to a Dr. FURIELLO and GOLOB was to

obtain a $5,000 check from the doctor in return. It 1s

believed that Dr. FURIELLO is identical with Dr. JOSEPH

FIORELLO, 639 Princeton AveR "PAPPY" IPPOLITO.

Trenton, New Jersey, who is

married to the sister of CARL

The same source reported on June 12, 1962, that

GOLOB had given the $5,000 note to the doctor and received

the check from him in return.

T-O on June 21, 1962, reported that GOLOB again

visited Penn Jersey Vending on June 14, 16, and 21, 1962.

T-2l on June 26, 1962, reported BEN GOLOB on

that date entered Penn Jersey Vending with Attorney DAVID

COHEN, Penn Square Building, Philadelphia, where they held

a conference with BRUNO. GOLOB was again

observed departing

alone,

going to the home of BRUNO, 934 Snyder Avenue, where

he obtained papers from SUE BRUNO, BRUNO's wife, and he

returned these papers to BRUNO and COHEN. The source

belleved that the papers concerned agreements of sale or

leases.

On June 27, 1962, BEN GOLOB was to represent BRUNO

and accompany LOU LALLI that evening to see MIKE MARRANO

concerning the vending machine business. BRUNO had conferred

with GOLOB that afternoon at his offices. The above was

furnished by T-6

on June 27, 1962.

On June 28, 1962, T-21 said that on this date

GOLOB conferred with BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending and

thereafter departed in the company of BRUNO and NICHOLAS

PICCOLO. BRUNO returned with PICCOLO, GOLOB, and CALOGERO

SINATRA to the Penn Jersey Vending offices

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I-8 on June 29, 1962, said BEN. GOLOB conferred with

ANaRIO BRUO at PenuND y Vending conceming the clearette

vending business.

on this date, conferred with several

individuals who are known

to this

source as gamblers and

number writers.

COLOB was interviewed May 25, 1961, In regards to

association with ANGELO BRUNO

said that he did not

want to answer any further questions without obtaining advice

of his attorney, identified as ROBERT ROSS of Trenton, N. J: '

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MICHAEL M. GRASSO, JR.

1801 South

Ninth Street (office)

Reside phia 40S warden Drive

Residence:

Philadelphia, Pa.

Telephone: GE 8-0957

T=6 on February 2, 1962, stated that ANGELO BRUNO

received an overseas telephone call at the office of MICHAEL

GRASSO on that date. GRASSO announced the same to several

individuals.

This same source on February 7, 1962, reported that

GRASSO takes numerous messages for BRUNO at his office and

BRUNO frequently

uses his office to hold meetings with individuals

concerning BRUNO's business.

T-2 on March

5, 1962, reported that PETER MAGGIO

on that date discussed the financial condition of MICHAEL

GRASSO.

He indicated that MICHAEL has a "couple of properties"

and he has approximately $10,000 to $12,000 and another $12,000

which was due him when he sold GRASSO's Insurance Company.

201 nAst 2

PETER

estimated that GRASSO had gone through $31,000 and that since November.

1961

he had $43,000.

I-6 on March 9, 1962, stated that on that date ANGELO

BRUNO announced that GRASSO was about $4,500 short in his rent

accounts.

GRASSO's escrow account and

insurance 1s $3,200 short

and these figures were furnished by

GRASSO.

BRUNO indicated

"who knows what amount he is short." BRUNO estimated that it

i is

closer to $8,000. Further that the attorneys for the Interstate

Insurance Company are foreclosing on GRASSO and that BRUNO is

attempting to protect GRASSO, and that he has cost BRUNO a

considerable sum of money in this behalf.

T=l on March 9, 1962, stated that MICHAEL GRASSO has

gotten into his

financial difficulties by playing thé numbers,

illegal lottery. BRUNO had announced this to PETER MAGGIO On

this date.

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This same source on March 26, 1962, reported that

MARIO MAGGIO that date said he determined the insurance people

definitely have warrants for GRASSO for stealing between

$15,000 and $20,000.

T-6 on March 26, 1962, stated that GRASSO visited

ANGELO BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending,

Inco, on this date and again

on March 27, 1962, concerning his difficulties.

The same source on March 30, 1962, stated that they

obtained the services of MARTIN COOPERSMITH

to file the income

tax return of GRASSO.

I-6 on April 2, 1962, stated that BRUNO was approached

that date by MICHAEL GRASSO,: who stated he needed $4,150 to settle

his problems, and that he would like to take some money from the

rental account to put into the agency account. The source was

told by GRASSO that BRUNO became very angry and stated "What do

you want me to do, advance you another $4,150."

I-8 on April 6, 1962, reported on that date BRUNO spent

the majority of his day at GRASSO's office.

T=8 on April 12 and 14, 1962, reported that GRASSO

and ANGELO RUSSO held a meeting on each day with ANGELO BRUNO

it BRUNO's office at Penn Jersey Vendings Inc, Wherein thes

discussed leases and their plans concerning the property ther

purchased at 3rd Street and Oregon Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa.

The same source reported on April 17, 1962, that

GRASSO again discussed the same topic with BRUNO at BRUNO's

office on that date.

Plans were submitted to BRUNO at that

time for his approval.

1962, reported that BRUNO conferred

with GRASSO again

in BRUNO's office and on April 27, 1962,

BRUNO spent the majority of his afternoon at GRASSO's office.

On that latter date BRUNO held private conferences with

individuals unknown to the source.

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I-5 on April 11, 1962, reported that GRASSO's car

was repossessed by the bank financing the same, and that

GRASSO came to BRUNO on this date to have BRUNO relieve him

Irom this problem.

I-8 on May 2, 1962, reported that MICHAEL GRASSO

again conferred with BRUNO on this date.

GRASSO was

obtaining a $15,000 note payable to ANGELO BRUNO from

GRASSO's grandparents

as BRUNO was furnishing GRASSO money

to extract him from his financial difficulties. GRASSO's

grandmother was selling her home for the same purpose.

T-21 on May 9, 1962, stated that an agreement was

drawn up between DAVID COHEN, Attorney, 500 Penn Square

Building, and MICHAEL GRASSO, JR., concerning the shopping

center at 3rd Street and Oregon Avenue, which BRUNO is

developing. The agreement between COHEN, attorney for the

corporation, and GRASSO reflects GRASSO has to procure options

from five individuals for the shopping center for which GRASSO will

receive 4% of the rentals. The corporation will then give

nim 930.000, repayable by the rental money he receives.

GRASSO is also to get 25%

of the stock.

If a motor motel

is

built at any time he will not receive any remuneration

for

the same.

According to the informant GRASSO is a front

for BRUNO in this enterprise.

T=6 on May 11, 1962, said BRUNO used GRASSO on this

date to contact LOUIS ESPOSITO, aka LU LU, to request LU LU

to get in touch with BRUNO immediately on that date.

The

informant stated that LU LU complied and BRUNO got LU LU

to contact a third party for a clandestine meeting.

The

source stated same was in connection with BRUNO's illegal

activities in the gambling field.

been known to kNe checked, said that MICHASE GRASSO has

He deposited a check in the

Sons of Italy Bank, Philadelphia, Pa.,

in the amount of $15,000

on the Bank of North America,

California.

MICHAEL GRASSO

thereafter used this money until the check "bounced."

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1=b on May2I, 1962, said on this date GRASSO

icited BRUNO at Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc. He later that date

conferred with others and told them that he sold his Cadillac,

Nas selling his home.

and

that he had been given a Ford by

BRUNO for transportation.

Ial on May 30, 1962, reported that BRUNO on this

date again reviewed MICHAEL GRASSO's financial structure anc

the pending prosecution of GRASSO by the insurance company.

This source stated that BRUNO was well versed in every

aspect of GRASSO's operations inasmuch as GRASSO is "aligned"

with BRUNO.

T-8 on June 4, 1962, reported that FRANK NICOLETTI

drove ANGELO BRUNO tO GRASSO's office on this date, where

BRUNO conducted his business: BRUNO's car on this

date was

being serviced at a gas station at Washington and Passyunk

Avenues.

The same source reported that ANGELO RUSSO and

GRASSO had previously conferred with BRUNO on May 31, 1962,

at BRUNO's office, concerning the 3rd Street and Oregon

Avenue property.

On June 5, 1962, the same source reported that

MICHAEL GRASSO had a 1 pom. appointment on this date

with BRUNO. BEN GOLOB accompanied BRUNO and GRASSO to make

this appointment.

They conducted their business at GRASSO's

office. the informant stated he recited the same to indicate

how closely enmeshed BRUNO's and GRASSO's activities are

daily.

I-6 on June 7, 1962, and again on June 11, 1962,

reported that BRUNO was

again

consulted by RUSSO and GRASSO

on these dates concerning decisions to be made on the development

of land at 3rd Street and Oregon Avenue.

I-1 on June 11. 1962, reported that on that date

GRASSO presented BRUNO with a

long agreement of sale which

did not satisfy BRUNO, and he instructed GRASSO to return it

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DAVID COHEN, Attorney, to make an appointment with COHEN to

review this

agreement.

Informant stated that BRUNO continues

to direct GRASSO and

this land development.

1=8 on this same date reported that GRASSO, RUSSO anc

BRUNO met at the office of the Penn Jersey Vending, InCo, to

discuss leases at 3rd Street and Oregon Avenue.

I'his same source reported on June 13, 1962, that

RALPH MARANCA 1s selling his home because of financial difficulties.

MARANCA owes BRUNO $5,000 which amount was spent

by BRUNO

to obtain the necessary political influence to dismiss

MARANCA's sentence in local court.

GRASSO is handling the

sale of MARANCA's home so that BRUNO may recover his money,

according to the source.

On June 16, 1962, GRASSO was present with ANGELO

BRUNO who held a conference with MARANCA, number writers and

gamblers at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc:

T=80

June 19, 21, 1962, and I-6 on June 26 and 27,

1962, reported BRUNO met

with GRASSO on these dates concerning

decisions to be made regarding the shopping center development

+ r.

at 3rd Street and Oregon Avenue.

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GUS and FRANK Luneheonette

1029 South Tenth Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

T-6 on June 12, 1962, reported that FRANK SINDONE

and GUS (LNU) operate jointly a luneheonette at 1029 Tenth

Street.

On June 20, 1962, FRANK SINDONE told BRUNO he and

GUS

were to discontinue 1029 South Tenth Street.

1 - 8

reported that GUS may be identical to GUS

DE NARDO who owns a bar

in south Philadelphia and was

associated with SINDONE in numbers astivities.

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SAMUEL HOFFMAN, aka.,

Cappy Hoffman

and Sam Hoffman

Residence Address - Apartment B-4

Wyngate Hall Apartments

50th and Spruce Streets

Philadelphia, Pa.

FBI # 267 672

PHPD # 732 94

T-8 on March 1, 1962, reported that SAMUEL HOFFMAN,

Cappy, along with JOE KANE, aka., Midnight, and JAY KATTELMAN, Jr

visited ANGELO BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending on that date to adjudi-

cate financial responsibilities this group has with each other.

T-I on the same date reported on this meeting..

This source said

SAM HOFFMAN was there to represent Midnight interests, further

that JAY KATTELMAN and MIDNIGHT had been partners in a deal involving

approximately $54,000 and stocks

When these two severed their

partnership MIDNIGHT never paid the debt owed JAY. According

to the source, BRUNO was to arbitrate the differences.

T-8 on March 29, 1962, reported that CAPPY HOFFMAN was

one of four owners of the

Open Door Cafe at 12th and Locust Streets,

Philadelphia.

ANGELO BRUNO loaned the Open Door Cafe $2,500 in

cash to obtain a cigarette vending location at this bar.

manager of this cafe Is STANLEY GLEANER, SOn Of SOLLY CLEANER.

The owners are MAX WILLY WEISBERG, SAM HOFFMAN, SOLLY CLEANER,

and JOE KANEFSKY, aka., Joe Kane.

This same source on April 11,

1962, said that MARTY BERSTEIN told him that SAM HOFFMAN and

JOE KANE visit the Open Door Cafe practically daily.

This source

also said that LOU LALLI along with BRUNO also loaned the Open

Door $2,500 for total of $5,000.

T-6 on April 25, 1962, reported that CAPPY HOFFMAN

at 1:30 p.m., this date, was eating at FRANK MATTEO's Bar at

4th and Gaskill Streets, Philadelphia. This source said that

both are associates of ANGELO BRUNO and that MATTEO is presently

turning in number "action" to BRUNO through BRUNO's lieutenant

PHILIP TESTA. T-8 on June 4, 1962, said that LOU LALLI told

group from New York had

opened a finance company in the 4500 block of North Broad Street,

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FRANCIS IANNARELLA, aka

Frank Iannarella,

"Snuffy,"

812 South Seventh Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

Philadelphia Police Department #256 714

FBI #679 906 D

T-6 on

February 8, 1962, reported that FRANK

IANNARELLA, aka "Snuffy," is taking steady number bets

for ANGELO

BRUNO.

He reports daily at 12 p.m. to the

place where he picks up these numbers and returns to Penn

Jersey, Inc., at 2:30 p.M.

He again reports to the place

where he picks up numbers at 4:30 p.m. and returns to

Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., at 4:45

1=8 on rebruary 1, 1962, reported that "Snuffy"

solicits new business for ANGELO BRUNO, Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc.

T-6 on March 8, 9, 12, 13 and 20, 1962, observed

IANNARELLA daily reporting to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., and

conferring with BRUNO.

I-6 reported on March 26, 1962, that IANNARELLA

paid off number hits on this date.

In this connection he

gave FRANK SINDONE on this date a sum of money.

T-6 on March 18, 1962, stated that IANNARELLA had

attended a christening party at

the C.R. Club on the evening

of March 18, 192, at which

ANGELO BRUNO was to attend as he

was godfather.

It was believed by the source that the child

christened was the child of DOMINIC PINARDO, who is related

to BRUNO and who succeeded BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending

Cigarette, Company when the latter was owned by BRUNO and PETE

CASELLA.

T-21 on March 23, 1962

? reported that ANGELO BRUNO

returned on this date from Miami, Fla., and was to meet with

PHILIP TESTA and IANNARELLA that evening regarding the heavy

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number hits and losses that incurred during the week BRUNO was

away, March, 19-23, 1962•

It was during this week, according to

same source, that IANNARELLA was paying off number hits.

T-6 observed "Snuffy" entering Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc., on March 26, 1962, to confer with BRUNO.

This same source reported on March 27, 1962, that

IANNARELLA was running

game for

ANGELO BRUNO at MARIO

South 8th Street.

T-8 on March 29, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA is

collecting loanshark money for BRUNO, as well as collecting

$60.00 a

week on a $2,500 loan made to the Open Door Cafe,

and Locust Streets, by ANGELO BRUNO.

This source also reported that IANNARELLA is

collecting $10.00 a week on a $500 loan made by BRUNO to

Pat's Bakery at 15th and Dickinson Streets. It is not known

by the source whether interest or loanshark rates prevail

T-6 on March 20, April ?, 3, and 4, 1962, stated IANNARELLA

visited BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending,

nu April 3, 1962, he was repairing digarette vendine machines

on these dates.

for BRUNO and on April 4: 1962, FRANK MATTEO, aka Frankie

Mendell, met IANNARELLA in the vicnity of Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc., concerning a numbers hit.

T-8 on April 6, 1962, advised that BRUNO, TESTA

and IANNARELLA attended

the "Ziganette" game

on that date

operated at Sonny Riccobene's luncheonette by FRANK MONTE and

FRANK NARDUCCI.

I-21reported on April 11, 13, 17 and 20,

1962,

that IANNARELLA visited Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

on these

dates to confer with BRUNO.

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T-6 on April 17, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA

went to the Camac Baths to give SOLLIE ZIEGER a message to

have ZIEGER call BRUNO.

The source advised that BRUNO did

not wish to contact ZIEGER by telephone.

I-8 on April 21, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA,

four years ago, had gone to work for ANTONIO POLLINA "pushing"

loanshark money. At this time IGNAZIO DENARO and POLLINA

were partners in the Shylocking business. Following the

severence of this relationship by DENARO and POLLINA in 1951

or 1953, IANNARELLA went to work for POLLINA in the same

capacity. Now, according to the source, he is working for

ANGELO BRUNO in several capacities, as indicated above.

I-8 on April 24, 1962, said that IANNARELLA

was observed entering Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., in the

morning and in the afternoon on that date.

Further s

MITCHELL COHEN, who is active in numbers in

Philadelphia,

conferred with

BRUNO on this date to determine which number,

54/ 0x 581, would be the proper number on which to make

"payoffs" that date. It appeared that an erasure was made

at the track causing the conflict between the numbers 547 and

587 as a winning number for that date.

I-6 on April 26, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA on

this date was handling service calls for Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc., practically all day while FRANK MONTE remained at the

office of Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., to take calls.

I-8 on the same date reported that IANNARELLA

Iost $250 and JOHN CAPPELLO, brother-in-law of PETE CASELLA,

and frequent borrower of money from IANNARELLA, lost $4,000

on April 25, 1962, at the

"Ziganette", game operated by FRANK

MONTE and FRANK NARDUCCI FOr LU LU ESPOSITO.

T-21 on this date also reported that individuals came

to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., to make payments to FRANK

IANNARELLA and on this

date

he did receive such payment.

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I-8 on April 30, 1962, observed IANNARELLA report

to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., this date along with FRANK

According to the source, the "Ziganette" game as of

this date changed to blackjack, the reason not known to the

source.

I-6 on May 1, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA was

servicing machines for

ANGELO BRUNO while BRUNO was out of the

city on this date.

T-6 on May 2, 10, 12, 14, 18 and 23, 1962, observed

IANNARELLI entering Penn Jersey Vending, Inc:, to confer with

ANGELO BRUNO.

The same source reported that on the evening of

May 13, 1962, to the morning of May 14, 1962, IANNARELLA

attended ESPOSITO's "Ziganette" game with FRANK SINDONE.

On May 14, 1962, MONTE and IANNARELLA were

observed obtaining an air

conditioner at BRUNO's home which

they brought to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., for installation.

T-27 on May 25, 1962, reported that persons calling

the Penn Jersey Vending,

Inco, first confer with BRUNO, who

approves the loan.

They then go to IANNARELLA to obtain the

money. IANNARELLA then collects payments until the loan is

repaid.

On this date IANNARELLA did give a sum of money

to JACK GELMAN, Manager, Copacabana Bar, 19th and Wallace

streets, who borrowed $500.

I-6 on May 31, 1962, reported that FRANK SANSONE,

aka Hank, on this, date

gave BRUNO $339 fon. FRANK IANNARELLA

which BRUNO gave. to IANNARELLA later that day. Another number

writer, FRANK MATTEO, also delivered a sum of

money to

IANNARELLA at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., this date.

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I-8 on June 1, 1962, observed IANNARELLA accompanied.

by PHILIP TEStA, enter Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc., and depart

in BRUNO's absence.

On June 4, 1962, I-8 stated that ANTHONY SAVINO,

operator of a store at 6th and Wharton Streets, said he

borrowed an additional $550 from FRANK IANNARELLA. He makes

payemtns to IANNARELLA to repay loans.

I-8 on June 7, 1962, observed IANNARELLA working at

Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., servicing cigarette vending

machines.

The same source also observed IANNARELLA reporting to

Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., on June 12, 1962, June 20, 1962,

June 21, 1962, and June 26, 1962.

T-6. on June 13, 1962, reported that FRANK SANSONE

said that on this date he

paid

IANNARELLA $185 for BRUNO.

T-6 on June 14, 1962, said that BILL BALONEY, true

name JACOB KATZMAN, OweS BRUNO $1,000, which IANNARELLA

collecting,

KATZMAN has been seen by this source calling at

Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., and also at the residence of FRANK

IANNARELLA.

T-6 on June 16, 1962, reported that IANNARELLA on

this date conferred with NICHOLAS PERFULLO and FRANK MATTEO,

all three active in illegal lottery inthe vianity of 8th anc

Christian

Streets.

On Juen 19: 1962, I- observed TESTA give IANNARELLA

a sum of money on this date which the source believes is in

connection with numbers activities.

I-8 on June 21, 1962, observed IANNARELLA moVe

cigarette vending machines in the morning at Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc.

He also observed BILL BALONEY entering Penn

Jersey Vending, Inc. at approximately 10:30 a.m.,

looking

for IANNARELLA, departing and entering IANNARELLA's home at

812 South 7th Street.

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On June 22, 1962, T-.

reported that IANNARELLA hado

contacted TESTA on that date to learn why the number had been

changed from an unknown number to the source to the winning

number, 190, on that date.

T-21 observed IANNARELLA entering Penn Jersey Vending,

Incog on June 26, 28 and 29, 1962, to confer with BRUNO.

However, on June

28, 1962, BRUNO was not at his office, and^

was holding a meeting at ALFONSO MAIORIELLO'S barber shop,.

902 South: 8th Street.

IANNARELLA was observed entering the

same to see BRUNO on that date.

On June 28, 1962, T=6 saw TESTA entering Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc:, at approximately 3 p.m., when ADAM D'OLIO;

NICHOLAS PICCOLO, FRANK IEZZI, FRANK NARDUCCI and IANNARELLA

were at. Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., conferring with BRUNO.

The visiting Italian CALOGERO SINATRA was also present at

the time.

This source also reported on June 29,

1962, that

IANNARELLA attended LU LU ESPOSITO's "Ziganette" game the

evening of June 28, 1962, and morning of June 29, 1962,

where: IANNARELLA was "sharking" (Shylocking) the players.

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ALFREDO IEZZI, aka (LCN) (T-3)

Fred Alfred Iezzi, Fred Iezzi,

1437 South Broad

street,

Philadelphia, Pa.

Summer Home:

Baltimore and Atlantic Avenues

Ventnor, N. Jo

I-9 as of March 18, 1958, had reported that ALFRED

IEZZI is a partner with PETE

CASELLA at the Ticket Grill at

13th and Wharton Streets, which was well known for its number

operations in the past.

After this was dissolved IEZZI became

associated with FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO as a partner in the

operation of a bar at 1039 South 8th Street.

CASELLA is

presently serving a 40 year sentence at the United States

Penitentiary, Atlanta, Ga,, on a narcotics conviction and he

was ANGELO BRUNO's former partner in Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

which they owned at the same site the present Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc., is operating.

I=6 on February 9, 1962, reported ALFRED IEZZI,

business partner of FELTZ TOHN

DE

TULLios on that date contacted

ANGELO BRUNO to have BRUNO arbitrate differences he had with

one PETE (LNU), who was making accusations against IEZZI, the

nature of the accusations not known to the source.

I-I on February 26, 1962, reported that ANGELO BRUNO

takes FRED IEZZI into his confidence and freely discusses

individuals and BRUNO's association with them.

It appeared

that BRUNO was to borrow a sum of money from IEZZI on this

I-8 on February 27, 1962, reported that ALFRED IEZZI

on february 21, 1962, made a loan to ANGELO BRUNO in the

amount of $3.336.64.

The check from IEZZI was drawn on the

Metropolitan Securities, Inc., which bank number is 3=76/310.

I-6 on February 27, 1962, reported that this amount,

$3,336.64, was deposited by Penn Jersey Vending, Inc,, on this

date.

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I-8 on March 28, 1962, reported that IEZZI and

FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO have

a proprietory interest in the

500 Club in Atlantic City, N. J.

This same source reported on March 31, 1962, that

IEZZI is definitely operating the 500 Club in Atlantic City,

N. J.

T-6 on March 30, 1962 and April 11, 1962, -reported

FEZZI visited Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc., to confer with BRUNO

on these dates.

On April 4, 1962, T-6 said IEZZI gave BRUNO an

accounting of the personnel

employed

at the 500 Club as

well as the shows being booked there.

T-1 on April 5, 1962, said that on this date BRUNC

was informed by IEZZI of

his difficulties at the 500 club,

Atlantic City, N. J. It appeared that they are using the

soardwalk National Bank, Atlantic City, N. Jo, to handle their

account.

that was asking BRUNO to intercede in his behalf

at the

500 Club so that IEZZI could exercise his authority

at the club.

T-8 on April 12, 1962,

said that IEZZI met with

IGNAZIO DENARO and "BLONDE BABE," who operates a store at

Ilth and Wharton Streets, at the barber shop of ALFONSO

MAIORIELLO. At the same

across the street at SONNY RICCOBENE's luncheonette with

two unknown individuals. It appeared that a courier was

going back and forth between both meetings.

T-1 on April 19, 1962, reported that on this date

IEZZI had a long discussion with BRUNO concerning his trouble

again at the 500 ClUDILITTLE NICKIE,

IEZZI indicated that

Atlantic City, N. J.

At this time

true identity not

known but who is known to T-6 as a number writer for NICHOLAS

PICCOLO, was being considered by IEZZI for a job

at the 500

Club, Atlantic City. This source stated it was indicated that

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FRED IEZZI is definitely a member of BRUNO's "criminal family."

T-6 on April 25, 1962, reported that IEZZI met with

BRUNO, FRANK NICOLETTI and PAT MASSI at Penn

Jersey Vending,

Inc.,

on this date.. The purpose of the meeting was

not known

to the source.

I-6 on April 25, 1962, also said that IEZZI has a

summer home at Baltimore and Atlantic Avenues in Ventnor, N. J.

On April 27, 1962, I-

reported that IEZZI attended

a conference at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc, with PHILIP TESTA,

ANGELO BRUNO and NICHOLAS PICCOLO Concerning PICCOLO's problem

On May 3, 1962, according to this same source,

who earlier had held "court" concerning

PICCOLD was arein at fenn Tersey VendinBiLITTLE NICK""

BRUNO,

quitting.

On May 4, 1962, T-1 reported that BRUNO announced

that IEZZI's principal problems: in Atlantic City at the 500

Club are the daily activities of the "freeloaders" who not

only eat free meals in the kitchen of the 500 club, but have

packages of food wrapped so that they can pick up

the packages

on the way out. The identity of the "freeloaders" was not

indicated. The established practice is very much disliked

by IEZZI, and he was having difficulty with FELIX JOHN

DE TULLIO in curbing this practice.

On May 9, 1962, T-6 reported IEZZI again reported

to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., to see BRUNO on May 9, 1962.

I-I reported on this date, May 9, 1962, IEZZI

continued to report on problems at the 500

Club, Atlantic

City, N. J.

T-8 on May 14, 1962, said IEZZI conferred with

IGNAZIO DENARO at SONNY

RICCOBENE's luncheonette this date,

907 South 8th Street. It was not known that he was

soliciting DENARO's support concerning his probléms in

Atlantic City.

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1-3 on May 16, 1962, said that IEZZI told BRUNC

ne desired to sell his share in the 500 Club, Atlantic City,

N. J.,

and become disassociated with it. He

figured that

DE TULLIO would owe him $54,000 for his share.

BRUNO promised

he would attempt to get his money back so that he could "pull

out."

At this time BRUNO admonished TEZZI. for talking

to other people about the club and IEZZI's difficulties at the

club.

I-8 on May 18, and 21, 1962, said IEZZI

again saw

BRUNO, urged his intercession,

and BRUNO again said he would

see DE TULLIO concerning IEZZI's desires regarding the 500

club, Atlantic City, N. J.

T-6 had reported on May 17, 1962, that IEZZI also

conferred with IGNAZIO DENARO on that date

at 8th and Christian

Streets concerning these desires.

It is to be noted on May 22, 1962, according to

T-6, BRUNO conferred with DE TULLIO and BRUNO sent for IEZZI

on the same date, and in TESTA's presence informed him that

DE TULLIO agreed

,to have IEZZI "pull out" of the 500 club.

T-8 obsërved IEZZI entering Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

on May 24, 1962, May 25, 1962, May 28, 1962, May 29, 1962,

June 1, 2, 6, and 20, 1962.

T-6 on May 28, 1962, in addition reported on that

date ILLLI accompanied BRUNO and SAM CARIOLA from Philadelphia

to New Jersey.

CARIOLA was visiting BRUNO on this. date to

obtain BRUNO's intercession in CARIOLA's behalf.

CARIOLA

is a representative of the Hotel Workers Union, Buffalo, N. Y.

T-6 observed BRUNO and Iezzi having lunch together

at Marie's Luncheonette, 827 Christian Street, on May 24, 1962,

and identified this place as one of BRUNO's known hangouts and

he has made telephone calls from the public telephone , which

number is MA 7-9829.

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I=6 on June 8, 1962, said IEZZI and NICHOLAS PICCOLO

conferred with ANGELO BRUNO concerning

"LITTLE NICKIE" quitting

PICCOLO

as a number writer.

T-21 on June 13, 1962, stated that on that date

I a meeting to discuss the

arrival of a visitor from Italy on June 16, 1962.

BRUNO

Indicated he received a letter from Italy indicating this

person's arrival on that date.

On June 14: 1962, I-8 said BRUNO and IEZZI met

that date and IEZZI informed BRUNO that FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO

wanted to purchase a piece of real estate on Passyunk Avenue,

and he desired IEZZI to become

associated. IEZZI conferred

with BRUNO as to the advisability.

I-8 on June 16, 1962, said IEZZI again met BRUNO

at lenn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

and awaited his turn to see

3RUNO, who was conferring individually with number writers

and gamblers.

The same source reported that IEZZI again on

June 20, 1962, entered Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., and departed

in BRUNO's absence.

1-0 on June 28, 1962, reported that lEzzI at Penr

Jersey Vending, Inc., waited to confer with BRUNO, who was

FRANK SANSONE, number writer, NICHOLAS

PICCOLO, number backer, and others.

It is to be noted IEZZI.

can be contacted at telephone number Dewey 4-9807.

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ANTHONY IOVINO, aka "Needles"

1835 South 1lth Street

Bartender, Ritz Tower (former Chacellor Hall)

206 South 13th Street

PE5-3400

T-8 on May 16, 1962, said ANTHONY IOVINO, aka

"Needles"

told him he eontaeted ANGELO BRUNO to obtain a

oigarette vending machine

where IOVINO tends bar, Ritz

Tower Bar, 206 South 13th Street: IOVINO formerly worked

at the Johnny Cetober Bar, Ninth and Morris Streets, latter

notorious for number men and horse bookies.

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CARL IPPOLITO, aka (LCN) (T-5)

Carl "Pappy" Ippolito

733 Brunswick Avenue,

Trenton, New Jersey

FBI Number 773 655

T-2 in January 1961 had reported that ANGELO BRUNO

contemplated using IPPOLITO along with

two other of his

associates at trenton, No Jog to

assault employees of the

Maggio Cheese Company

who were stealine from their employer.

Philadephia Police Department furnished a copy of

It is to he noted that on March 19l pOlitO's

arrest record indicating more than 15 arrests from 1931 to

1943 which included charges of robbery, assault and battery,

rape,

intimidating a person, attempting to obstruct justice,

and violation of Internal Revenue laws by operating

a still.

It is to be noted that BRUNO was observed at the

funeral of ROSE IPPOLITO at Celini's Funeral Home, 931

Princeton Avenue, and at St. Paul's Church, Trenton, N. J.,

on the morning of December 13, 1961.

I-6 on March 27, 1962, said on this date CARL

IPPOLITO and JOHN "CASABLÁNCA" SIMONE Visited ANGELO BRUNO

at Penn Jersey Vending,

Informant believed that SIMONE

and IPPOLITO were in Philadelphia at BRUNO's request to take

some action in BRUNO's behalf concerning the "Ziganette game

as SIMONE and IPPOLITO accompanied BRUNO tO SONNY RICCOBENE'S

luncheonette on that date.

SIMONE was critical of the operation

of the game.

T-8 on April 18, 1962, reported that both SIMONE

and IPPOLITO arrived at Philadelphia from Trenton, N. J.,

that date to accompany BRUNO to a local hospital to see

MICHAEL CAMAROTA (University Hospital).

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1=6 on April 24, 1962, reported that IPPOLIT

accompanied BRUNO, PHILIP

TESTA, FRANK MONTE, and JOHN

SIMONE again to see CAMAROTA at the University Hospital:

SIMONE drove in from Trenton, N. J., that date in a car

with New Jersey license GH 769. This group had dinner

together that evening after the visit.

It is to be noted the source knows CAMAROTA:

as PONZI.

1 May 10, 1962 reported that SAM (LNU)

was experiencing financial difficulty with SAM CAVALCANTE,

whom BRUNO recognized as owing practically everyone money.

Further: BRUNO indicated that CAVALCANTE was making good

money with CARL "PAPPY" IPPOLITO. BRUNO was under the

impression that SAM should have gone to PAPPY to recover his

money instead of coming to BRUNO.

SAM indicated he had

talked with PAPPI, PAPPY said he would take care of it but

apparently did not.

BRUNO said he would confer with PAPPY

and see what could be done.

I-6 on May 10, 1962, also reported on SAM (LNU)'s

visit to BRUNO on this date.

This source identified SAM

(LNU) as being from Trenton, N. Jo, and that he desired

BRUNO's intercession to collect a debt of $15,000 due him

from 'one of the boys," who is closely associated with

CARL "PAPPY! IPPOLITO Of Trenton, N. J.

*"T-5 on May 30, 1962, said BRUNO announced that in

the past MICHAEL TRAMANTANA, aka Daylight and CARL "PAPPY"

IPPOLITO once hijacked a truck.. BRUNO praised them because

they were calm, efficient hijackers.

BRUNO also stated that IPPOLITO, BRUNO, and

RAYMOND

BRAYLINSKI, aka Brownie, as well as a fellow by the

name of HARVEY had

25% each of the club in the Grand Hotel in

Miami in 1946 or 1947.

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JOSEPH KANEFSKY, aka., Joe Kane,

"Mr. Midnight

7122 Tabor Avenue

Philadelphia, Pa.

Open Door Cafe

Residence Telephone ci

9-208th and Locust

T- 8

on March 1, 1962, reported that JOE KANE, aka.,

Midnight, along with JAY KATTELMAN and SAM HOFFMAN met with ANGELO

BRUNO on this date to have BRUNO arbitrate financial differences

between KANE and KATTELMAN.

KANE was represented by HOFFMAN at

this meeting. T-6 on March 29, 1962, reported that J0E KANE along

with MAX WEISBERG, SAMUEL HOFFMAN, and SOLLY GLEANER are the owners

of the Open Door Cafe at 12ch and Locust Streets, Philadelphia.

ANGELO BRUNO loaned the Open Door Cafe $2,500 in cash to obtain

a cigarette vending location at this bar.

The manager of the

Open Door Cafe 1S STANLEY GLEANER, son Of SOLLY.

This same source

on April ll, 1962, said that JOE KANE and SAM HOFFMAN have visited

the Open Door Cafe practically dally

Further, that BRUNO along

with LOU LALLI had loaned the management of the Open Door Cafe

$5,000, $2,500 coming fröm BRUNO and $2,500 coming from LALLI.

This source also reported that JOE KANE had told him that KANE

had a narcotics conviction prior to 1940 in the City of Philadelphia.

T-1 on March 1, 1962, also reported on the meeting

between SAM HOFFMAN, JOE KANE,

ANGELO BRUNO, and JAY KATTELMAN

on that date.

BRUNO represented JAY KATTELMAN at the request of

BRUNO's associate MICKEY TINITSKY, while HOFFMAN represented

JOE KANE.

This source related that KANE and KATTELMAN were partners

in an enterprise involving $54, 000 and stocks, after the partnership

dissolved KATTELMAN was to receive $54, 000 from KANE but this debt

was never paid.

The details of this neeting and the business

discussed is set forth in another portion of this report.

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JACOB KATZMAN, aka Bill Baloney,

Stafford Arms

Apartments,

5555 Wissahickon Drive,

Philadelphia Police Department #115 974

PH T-6 on March 14, 1962, reported that BILL BALONEY

presently operates the Stafford Luncheonette in Wissahickon (5555

Wissahickon Drive, Philadelphia). KATZMAN borrows money from ANGELO

BRUNO and 1s known also to be engaged in numbers writing.

PH T-6 on March 21, 1962, reported that BILL BALONEY has

been a frequent visitor to Penn Jersey Vending, Ine. On each occasion

informant stated that BALONEY is either paying a sum of money or

borrowing a sum of money.

PH T-] on April 3, 1962, reported that BILL BALONEY and

ANGELO BRUNO met on this date, at

which time BALONEY discussed the

Individual from New York who apparently has been arrested by local

authorities and held in excessive bail. The bail mentioned was

$450,000.00. The party was known only to the source as FANELLI

or PINELLI.

BALONEY indicated that when this individual was released

from prison the first time he lived on 170th Street in New York City.

It was apparent from the conversation that BALONEY was well versed in

numbers activities and had participated in numbers activities for some

time.

Some of the parties mentioned by BALONEY as being associated

first conviction were a

and a "JIMMY," whose Identities

are unknown to the source. BALONEY indicated he was presently

operating the Stafford Diner and that ANGELO BRUNO has placed

his cigarette vending machines at this location.

On April 25, 1962, PH I-5 reported that BILL BALONEY

again visited BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

At this time

BALONEY was making efforts to sell his diner and was seeking

BRUNO's assistance to do the same. This source also advised that

BALONEY is involved in numbers activities and it was not known to

the source whether he transacted any numbers business with BRUNO

on this date.

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on June 12, 1902, PH I-o reported that BRUNe on this

date was discussing the activities of BIll BALONEY with GUS (LNU

who is the partner of FRANK SINDONE in Gus and Frank's Luncheonette,

1029 South 10th Street.

BRUNO was attempting to interest GUS in

purchasing BALONEY's Stafford Diner which had new equipment and

was grossing $600 to $800 per week. Further, that BALONEY had

pald $4,000 for the equipment which

was all

new..

was looking for FRANK IANNARELLA, aka

On June 21, 1962, PH I-S stated that in the vicinity

"Snuffy,

of 8th and Christian Streets on this date.

BALONEY was to make

a payment for money borrowed, or in connection with the numbers

activity.

Source did not know which.

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JAY KATTELMAN

formerly of Sutton Terrace Apartment

Bala Cynwya, Pa.

Telephone number TE 9-7276

Formerly associated with his brothers

in the Kattelman Insurance Company

Lewis Tower Building

Philadelphia Business Telephone L0 3-6744

Present Address Unknown, Los Angeles, Calif

I-6 on February 2, 1962, reported that JAY KATTELMAN

was acting in behalf of ANGELO BRUNO in Florida to set up bingo

games at state fairs.

T-8 on March 1, 1962, reported that JAY KATTELMAN met

true name Joe Kaneisky, aka Mr.

With ANGELO BRUNO, JOR APFY" HOFTMAT concerning a dispute between

Midnight, and SAMUEL

KATTELMAN and KANE as to money. An additional meeting was

scheduled for March 5, 1962.

at the office of Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

The nature of their

discussion was not known to the source.

I-I on April 17, 1962, reported that JAY KATTELMAN told

BRUNO he had opened an insurance office in California, was living

there and plans to go to Florida soon.

They exchanged identities

of parties they knew in different locales and proposed money

making schemes in each.

said JAY KATTELMAN told him FELIX

JOHN DE TULLIO has the 500 Club in Atlantic City and BRUNO would

go with RATTELMAN to Atlantic City that night to see DE TULLIO.

BRUNO said DE TULLIO could help JAY to establish a franchise to

sell vending machines manufactured to dispense cans

of Canada

Dry soda, 1f JAY desired to do so in this area.

T-I reported that KATTELMAN again visited BRUNO on

June 15, 1962, at BRUNO's office. The nature of their discussion

was not known to the source.

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On June 16, 1962, T-6 reported that KATTELMAN and

TANITSKY conferred with BRUNO on this date at the office of

Penn Jersey Vending.:

It Is to be notedthat BRUNO, according to

T-I, arbitrated a disagreement over finances between JOE KANE

and JAY KATTELMAN concerning their investment in Puerto Rico.

KATTELMAN was represented by ANGELO BRUNO and SAMUEL "CAPPY"

HOFFMAN represented JOE KANE.

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GEORGE LAI&

509 Tasker Street

Philadelphia, Pa

It is to be noted that on May 14, 1962, GEORGE KATZ

at the above address was

interviewed by SA EDWARD D. HEGARTY

and SA J. ROBERT PEARCE at which time' he stated that he has a

ten per cent interest in the Charles "Sonny" Liston contract.

It has previously been reported that ANGELO BRUNO was negotiating

with FRANK PALERMO on behalf of GEORGE KATZ in an effort to secure

KATZ' interest in SONNY LISTON, however, KATz in the above interview

denied that PALERMO 1s any way

in control of SONNY LISTON.

T-6

on February 2, 1962, stated that GEORGE KATZ told him he saw

ANGELO BRUNO on that date. The purpose of their meeting KATZ

did not disclose..

T-1 on February 6, 1962, said that KATz told him that

he met with ANGELO BRUNO that date at BRUNO's office, at this time

they discussed GHORGE's interest in SONNY LISTON.

BRUNO was

Interceding for KATZ to effect a favorable return for KATZ in

the interest of SONNY LISTON.

The same source said that KATZ

again told him on February 28, 1962, that KATZ met with BRUNO,

at this time he said they discussed

the SONNY LISTON FLOYd

PATTERSON scheduled fight in 1962. KATZ was urging BRUNO to secure

for him his interest in SONNY LISTON. KATZ also said that he

was assured of ten per cent and that BRUNO was attempting to

get him an additional three per cent. T-6 on February 14, 1962,

said that LOU LALLI told him on this date that GEORGE KATZ made

a statement to the effect that KATZ no longer has SONNY LISTON

as a boxer.

T-8 on March 2, 1962,

reported that GEORGE KATZ borrowed

$5,000 from the Broad Street Trust Company to their branch office

at 8th and Christian Streets. KATZ then loaned this money to

ANGELO BRUNO to Garden State Vending, Inc., of Canden, N.J.,

for

which KATZ received a demand payment note. Interest on this note

is to be paid every three months.

T-5 on April 3, 1962,

said that BEN GOLOB told him that

GEORGE KATZ had borrowed $5,000 and loaned this money to ANGELO

BRUNO for Garden State Vending.

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T-8 on May 24, 1962, said that GEORGE KATZ visited

Penn Jersey Vending on that date to collect his first payment

on the $5,000 loan mentioned above.

This same source reported

on May 25, 1962, that KATZ conferred with BRUNO on that date.

concerning this loan and its payment.

T-6 on May 31, 1962,

said GEORGE KAIZ told him on that date he received a payment on

he loan he had made to Garden state Vending:

which was in the

orm o1 a check in the amount o1. $250 plus $71.25 of interest.

T-8 on June 4, 1962, observed BRUNO and

! GEORGE KATE enter the

GIARDINO d1 TORINO Restaurant located directly across the street

from BRUNO! & Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

T-1 on June 15, 1962, observed GEORGE KATZ enter Penn

Jersey Vending, Inc., looking for ANGELO BRUNO and in his absence

departed.

T-8 on June 20, 1962, said that katz told hiw that

he contacted ANGELO BRUNO to enlists BRUNO's assistance in

procuring for KATz & better financial arrangement with KATZ'

partners in the coming SONNY LISTON - FLOYD PATTERSON

of the picture,

," as to proprietary interest in LISTON. SAM

"SAPPY"

MARGOLIS and FRANK "BLINKY" PALERMO "now own" LIston.

"SAPPY" is presently "squeesing" KATZ to "push KATZ out"

manager of LISTON.

'...as

KATZ also indicated that MARGOLIS presently

owns pinball and cigarette vending machines, the business name

being unknown to him.

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IRVING KOLKER,

Proprietor Lo Bistro Club,

Atlantic City, N.J.

I-8 stated IRVING KOLKER, owner of Lo Bistro Club,

is part owner of Copacity Night Club, Miami, Fla.

I-6 on February 9, 1962, reported KOLKER 1s a former

numbers man in Philadelphia

close associate of BRUNO.

BRUNO

and other

"racket" figures have met at the Lo Bistro frequently.

BRUNO once stated he collected $1,000 for KOLKER and he did not

charge his usual ten per cent fee

for collecting.

He, therefore,

believes KOLKER owes him a favor. .

BRUNO has referred

people to

Lo Bistro for employment.

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LOUIS LALLI, also known as

"Guinea Face Loule," Lou Lall1

Philadelphia Police Department #47193

Business address: LAb Music Company, Inc.,

1111 Carpenter Street,

telephone number WA 3-4272.

T-l on February 13, 1962, said LOU LALLI told him

that ANGELO BRUNO on that date attempted to borrow $10,000 from

LALLI as BRUNO's money was tied up in investments with MICHAEL

GRASSO, JR.

T-6 on February 14, 1962, said GEORGE KATZ told him

and LOU LALLI that KATZ no longer has SONNY LISTON under contract

as a boxer.

T-8 on March 2, 1962, said that BRUNO 1s referring his

customers to LOU LALLI to install LALLI's music machines at

locations at which BRUNO has secret vending machines. BRUNO

formerly referred his customers in this regard to JOHN's Vending

Penitentiary.

"LONG JOHN;" a true name, IGNAZIO MARTORANO, 767

South 7th Street, Is SONNY's partner who actually runs this vending

business.

T-1 on March 6, 1962, observed LOU LALLI and ANGELO BRUNO

conferring at Penn Jersey Vending on that date.

T-5 on March 8, 1962, said that MIKE COHEN, Camden, N. J:,

told him that on that date BRUNO was arbitrating an argument between

COHEN and LALLI concerning vending machine locations at which they

are competing. MIKE, at this time, said that ANGELO BRUNO told

him that LOU LALLI loaned BRUNO $20,000.

Further, that LALLI

rides around in Cadillaes, is in the

market to buy new vending

routes and pay cash for the same.

T-8 on March 8, 1962, saw LALLI enter Penn jersey Vending

to talk to BRUNO on that date.

T-3 on the

same date also saw LALLI enter.

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T-8 on March 9, 1962, saw LALLI accompanied by GLORIA,

the girl friend of EDDIE WALKER, of Local 107 Teamsters, Philadelphia,

enter Penn Jersey Vending and confer with BRUNO. According to this

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source, GLORIA and WALKER have allegedly owned a vending machine

route which LALLI or BRUNO were considering purchasing.

T-5 on April 6, 1962, said that LALLI told him that

FRANK "BLINKY" PALERMO and SAM MARGOLIS Owe LALLI $400 that LALLI

loaned them

I'-1 on April 7, 1962, said that LOU LALLI told him

and JOE BAILEY, operator

of a saloon at 24th and Somerset Streets,

Philadelphia, that LAytI was a partner to ANGELO BRUNO.

T-5 on April 16 and April 17, 1962, reported that LALLI

1s a frequent visitor to Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., where he

confers with BRUNO concerning eigarette vending machines or

music machines and the installations of the same.

T-8 on April 11, 1962, said that ANGELO BRUNO loaned

the management of the Open Door Cafe at 12th and Locust Streets

$2,500 and LALLI at the same time loaned an equal amount for a

total loan of $5,000. It is to be noted that JOE KANE and SAM

HOFFMAN, MAX WEISBERG and SOLLY GLEANER are the owners of the

Open Door Cafe.

T-6 on May 15 and 19, 1962, saw LOU LALLI conferring

with BRUNO In BRUNO's Office at Penn

e at

Jersey Vending

T-8 on May 24, 1962, Saw LOU LALLI, ANGELO BRUNO, FRANK

they conferred

in the back room. T-8 on May 25, 1962, said that LOU LALLI told

him that other vending machine operators in Philadelphia belonging

to a local association were soliciting venders to "blackball"

Penn Jersey Vending, because of its unethical practices in

obtaining vending machine: stops. The latter was accused of

urging locations to break existing contracts by means of either

lending of money or outright grants of money.

T-6 on June 4, 1962, said LALLI told him that SAMUEL

"CAPPY" HOFFMAN and a group from New York opened a finance company

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In the 4500 block of North Broad Street with over $1,000,000

to finance loans to operate locations where BRUNO has or

will

place cigarette vending machines.

The laws were not limited

only to BRUNO, but would be made available to any vendine

machine operator.

T-8 on June 7, 1962, observed JOHN SIMONE, aka" JOHN

CASABLANCA" of Trenton, N. J., enter Penn Jersey Vending on that

source as a known hangout of the "Greaser Gang," of which BRUNO

is the recognized leader.

T-6 on June 14, 1962, said that LALII told him that

he collected $200 from MIKE MARONE, which was owed ANGELO BRUNO;

however, LALLI said he did not pay BRUNO with cash, but issued a

check in the amount of $200 on the LALLI Music Company.

T-S on June 27, 1962, said that ANTHONY SAVINO, who

operates a luncheonette at 6th

and Wolf Streets, told him he

went to BRUNO to have BRUNO intercede for him to have LOU LALLI

replaced as the vending machine operator at SAVINO's Luncheonette.

LALLI, BRUNO and SAVINO conferred on the same and BRUNO relieved

LALLI

and obtained the machines of "LONG JOHN" (true name) RAYMOND

MARTORANO

"LONG JOHN" gave SAVINO two checks.

SAVINO said one

being issued in the amount of $420 which he gave to LALLI and the

$80.00 check he kept himself.

• It is to be noted that I-6 has

known LALLI as long-time numbers backer in Philadelphia along

with his brother, FRED LALLI

LALLI also was a partner with FRANK

"BLINKY" PALERMO

in numbers

activities in Philadelphia 1938 through

1941, known to this source.

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MARIO MAGGIO,

Residence address:

2513 South 21st Street,

Philadelphia

Business address:

M. Maggio Cheese Company,

lIth and Washington Avenues, Philadelphia

Residence telephone number: Howard 8-1909

Business telephone number: Howard 7-8200

T-2 and T-8 have frequently reported that MARIO MAGGIO

is a very close associate of ANGELO BRUNO.

I-2 has stated

that MARIO's father, MICHAEL MAGQIO, was

the person responsible

for having ANGELO

accepted into La Causa Nostra.

I-8 has also

consistently reported that MARIO 1e a close porsonal friend,

J. PAUL D'ORIONA, president, CIty Council, CIty of Philadelphia.

T-6 on March 2, 1962, reported that MARIO MAGGIO and

SALVATORE VENA, aKa SAM AVENA, attorney from Camden, N.J, were

then in Miami, Flas

and in Fuerto Rico

Source said it was a

business trio

and 1t

was not known whether MAGGIO was interested

in gambling in Puerto Rico.

T-8 on March 14, 19623

aid he saw MARIO MAGGIO at

the Bowie Race Track with

a girl friend. The identity of the

latter is unknown to him.

T-8 on March 31, 1962, reported that MARIO MAGGIO and

his fanily

went to Miami, Fla.. This too, according to the

source, was a business trip.

T-6 on April 1, 1962,

said that MARIO MAGGIO had been

to Puerto Rico with SAM AVENA and

"CHINZEY"

the son-in-law of

MARCO PRECINELLI, who presently owns the Quality Liquors, Inc.,

1034 South Broadway Street, Camden, N.J

T-6 on May 17, 1962, related that MARIO MAGGIO

rented a summer home

in Ventnor, N.J, and that BRUNO was considering

same for summer 1962

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MAGGIO rented a box

on May 21, 1962, the name source reported that MARIO

at the

Garden State Race Track for the

season of 1962,

and it was

believed that BRUNO would use

this box during this season.

T-8 on May 24, and 31, 1962, saw MARIO MAGGIO enter

Fenn Jersey Vending

confer with ANGELO BRUNO

I 4 on June 13, 1962, stated that

on this date MARIO

MAGGIO told him that MARIO places items of value for ANGELO

BRINO In the Milkmaid safe located at the M. Maggie Cheese

Company.

On March 29, 1962, MONA BOYD, Avis Rent-A-Car

Office at Miani International Airport, located at

• Eastern

Airlines

arrival point, displayed to SA HURST Rental Contract

Number 1340670, which shows that shortly after noon on March 29,

1962, BOYD rented their vehicle, Number 21454, a white Ford

Fordor, bearing 1962 Florida license lE5245, to MARIO M. MAGGIO,

who displayed Pennsylvania Driver's License 2056730 and Diner's

Club Credit Card Number 99-765; as identification.

His home address was shown as 2513 South 21st

Street, Philadelphia, and his firm address as 1100 South 1lth

Street, Philadelphia.

MAGGIO stated he would return the car

no later than April 3, 1962.

BOYD advised she failed to get an address in Miami

for MAGGIO. She said she recalled MAGGIO was by himself and

her inquiry of the porter who brought MAGGIO's car confirmed

this.

Subsequent to the above on March 29, 1962,

SA HURST

made a spot check of CHARLES COSTELLO's home at 12468 North

Bayshore Drive, North Miami, which did not locate the automobile

rented by MAGGIO.

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notarized quadruplicate of the above-mentioned affidavit of

support; a photostated copy of the same has been obtained.

I-I on April 26, 1962, said that PETER MAGGIO

told ANGELO BRUNO In his presence

that he made an application

for his passport so that he could have one avallable in case

he wants

to take a prolonged trip.

T-8, on March 9, 1962, said that MICHAEL GRASSO,

IR., told him that ANGELO BRUNO and PETER MAGGIO censured

GRASSO for losing between $15,000 and $20, 000 on some

business venture in behalf of BRUNO.

T-б on May 30, 1962,

• said PETER MAGGIO conferred

with ANGELO BRUNO this date at Fenn Jersey Vending. The

nature of their discussion was not known to the source.

However,

on June I and June 7, 1962, MAGGIO returned to

Penn Jersey Vending and In BRUNO's absence departed.

I-2 and T-6 on June 13.

1962, said that PAT MASSI,

BRUNO, and PETER MAGGIO, discussed the trip of CALOGERO

SINATRA to the United States

on June 16, 1962.

T-2 on June 15, 1962s said that FAT MASSI attemptea

to contact CALOGERO SINATRA In Italy on this date concerning

his visit on June 16, 1962.

MASSI thereafter reported to

BRUNO and FEIER MAGGIO on the results of this contact.

cording to this source, this group would meet SINATRA at

New York City, NY.

on June I6, 1962, upon his arrival.

On June 17, 1962, SA JOSEPH A. VERICA observed

PETER MAGGIO on this date driving his Cadillac in South

Philadelphia with CALOGERO SINATRA, ANGELO BRUNO, and his

wife SUE BRUNO as passengers. Details of the same appear

In another portion of this report.

T-8 on June 19, 1962, said PETER MAGGIO on June 18,

1962, drove CALOGERO SINATRA frOm MAGGIO's residence to

Trenton, N.J.»

that evening where he was to meet BRUNO on

June 18, 1962.

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T-8 on June 20, 1962,

sald PETER MAGGIO contacted

BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending that date and in his absence

departed.

SAS EDWARD D. HEGARTI, DAVID W. BREEN, and JOSEPH

A. VERICA on June 26,

1962, observed PETER MACOLO arTiVe

at Immigration and Naturalization Service offices, Philadel-

tim Interiewed by INs Aterto on that date.

Pa, with CALOGERO SINATRA for the purpose of having

It' is to be

noted that T-5 has identified CALOGERO SINATRA as an

"Amico Nostro,

" which name is known

to this source as applying

to the organized Itallan underworld.

I-8 on June 20, 1962, reported that PETER MAGGIO

drove CALOGERO SINATRA tO Alfonso Maioriello's Barber Shop

at 902 South Eighth Street (following his Interview with

INS, Fhiladelphia) where BRUNO was then meeting with JOE

SPIIALERI from New York.

I-6 on June 27, 1962, reported that on this date

PETER MAGGIO waS flying

to New

York with his

son to place

his son aboard a

• plane In New York for France... ANGELO BRUNO

was to drive him to the airport.

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ALFONSO MAIORIELLO

Residence and Business Address -

902 South 8th Street,

Majoriello'& Barber Shop

telephone number MA 7-6443

T-6 on March 31, 1962, reported that ANGELO BRUNO and

his associate IGNAZIO DENARO frequently use the telephone number

Of ALFONSO MAIORIFLLO at his barber shop, 902 South 8th Street.

DENARO is the boy friend of ALFONSO's daughter, CONNIE, a divorcee.

T-8 on April 12, 1962, reported that a meeting took

place at MAIORIELLO'& Barber Shop between IGNATZ DENARO, FRED

IEZZI, and "BLONDE BABE," at the same time BRUNO was meeting with

unknown individuals at the luncheonette operated by MARIO "SONNY"

RICCOBENE at 907 South 8th Street, with apparently a courier

going back and forth between the two meetings. "BLONDE BABE"

operates a store at llth and Wharton Streets, Philadelphia.

T-o on April 21, 1962, observed BRUNO entering the

barber shop at 902 South oth Street and confer with unknow

Individuals.

This same source saw BRUNO on May 15, 1962, meet

with DENARO, PHIL TESTA, JAMES TURCO, and FRANK NICOLETM

I-O on May 16, May 21, May 22, May 28, and May 31, 1962, reportec

that BRUNO met with individuals at the barber shop 902 South 8th

street on these dates, however, on may 28, thie sowce recob red

PHILIP TESTA as one of the parties conferring with him.

June 5, 1962, stated DENARO on that date was at the barber shop

at 902 South 8th Street. He immediately departed and joined BRUNO

at 740 Christian Street, "DON GEECH" 18 FRANK DAMIANO who operates

740 Christian Street and who is known to T-6 as a close associate

Of ANGELO BRUNO.

According to this source, "DON GEECH" was

"pusher for loan shark activity" for ANTONIO POLLINA.

This source

has known BRUNO to use the telephone at this location, and the

telephone number there 1s MA 7-9494.

T-8 on June 6, 1962, and on June 13, 1962, observed

BRUNO entering the above barber shop, however,

this source on

June 16, 1962, observed BRUNO enter this barber shop at approximately

9:30 a.m., alone and again at 10:25 a.m., in the comoany of PAT

MASSI, of

Camden, N.J. T-6 on June 19, 1962, saw BRUNO enter this

barber shop and receive a telephone call at the barber shop.

on June 21, 1962, observed BRUNO enter this barber shop on this

date.

He was followed by frank Month who conferred with BRUNo at

this barber shep.

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RALPH MARANCA,

Formerly of 1139 South 8th Street

Presently: 6931 Stenton Avenue

Phone:

Waverly 7-2615

Philadelphia Police Department number 90046

T-l and T-8 during the past six months had reported

that RALPH MARANCA has visited Penn Jersey Vending practically

daily to do odd Jobs for ANGELO BRUNO serving as a messenger,

olice boy, chauffeur for BRUNO'S family, and all around

handynan.

in addition, t=o has reported that MARANCA is a

former "bootlegger" who has served time in a Federal

Correctional institution at Danbury, Conn., in 1955:

I-I and T-6 have observed MARANCA enter Penn Jersey

Vending on the following dates:

February 14 and 18, 1962

March 2 and 3, 5, 6, 8, 96

14, 27-30, 1962

May 3, 4, 9, 11, 17, 18, 25, 28, 1962*

111, 175 18, 25 28, 1962

The above sources regard MARANCA as a "flunky! for

BRUNO and they are of the opinion he is of no significance in

BRUNO's legal or illegal networks. T-6 has reported that

BAso hes exported our or pero lately 15,000 to. However;

in local court a case pending against RALPH MARANCA.

MARANCA is not on the payroll of Penn Jersey Vending:

T-8 on June 18, 1962, reported that RALPH MARANCA WaS

observed leaving by the side door with CALOGERO SINATRA,

visiting Italian National.

MARANCA took this individual from

Penn Jersey Vending to BRUNO's residence. This was done in

order to avoid attracting police attention to CALOGERO SINATRA:

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JOSEPH MARTINO,

tormer Accountant

M. Maggio Cheese Co..

Presently employed as

Macaron] Salesman for New York Firm

T-8 on February 7, 1962, and March 2, 1962, stated

JOE MARTINO solicited vending machine stops for ANGELO BRUNO

, and was observed on both dates visiting BRUNO at Penn Jersey

Vending (PJV).

This source on March 8, 1962, reported MARTINO 18

leaving PJ and will work as a

macaroni

salesman for a New

York firm.

MARTINO was again

seen visiting Penn Jersey

Vending on March 14 and 20; and June 11 and 20, 1962.

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PASQUALE MASSI (LCN) (T-1)

aka Pat Massi

Operator, St. George Motel

Route 70, New Jersey

Residence 1420 Park Boulevard

Camden, N. J.

It is to be noted that informants in the past have

reported that PAT MASSI was a close

associate of MARCO REGINELLI,

reputed leader of the "Greaser Gang" in South Jersey-Philadelphia

areas prior to his death. MASSI was a partner to REGINELLI in

the operation of Casablanca Motel, Camden, N.J. area.

T-8 on April 3, 1962, reported that MASSI presently

operates the St. George Motel, Route 70, near the Garden State

Race Course. MASSI recently returned from Hot Springs,

Arkansas.

MASSI on this date conferred with BRUNO more than three hours at

Penn Jersey Vending.

I-l on April 3, 1962, reported that PAT MASSI had

built a hospital in Italy in 1948 which he donated to his home

town.

PAT discussed his activities in Italy and his associates

there as well as the activities of customs in Italy as compared

to the United States.

T-6 on April 17, 1962, reported that MASSI was waiting

to confer with BRUNO and did confer with BRUNO on this date.

BRUNO was making telephone calls at Giardino DiTorino Restaurant

according to the informant, were also waiting to confer with BRUNO.

The same source reported that on April 25, 1962, MASSI

attended a meeting with BRUNO, FRANK NICOLETTI, and FRANK IEZZI

at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

T-8 on May 17, 1962, stated that MASSI on this date was

looking for BRUNO' in the vicinity of 8th and Christian Streets

and in BRUNO's absence departed.

BRUNO at this time was holding

a meeting at 740 Christian Street.

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On May 22, 1962, MASSI was again looking for BRUNO

at oth and Christian Streets, called at Penn Jersey Vending

and in BRUNO's absence departed.

T-

on May 24, 1962, stated that MASSI conferred with

BRUNO concerning a visitor

they are expecting from Italy to arrive

They made plans concerning this

On May 31, 1962, T-8 reported that MASSI and BRUNO

met at Penn Jersey Vending on this date. MASSI desired to convert

his motel to a hotel in order to obtain a liquor license

requested counseling from Brind in this behair. Buno at the

time also met with a numbers writer who contacted TESTA for the

purpose of turning over a sum of money to TESTA.

T-I on June 4, 1962, and T-6 on the same date observed

MASSI enter Penn Jersey Vending and in BRUNO's absence depart.

T-6 reported that MASSI again contacted BRUNO on June 5,

1962, at Penn Jersey Vending and arranged for a meeting on June

6, 1962.

T-& on June 7, 1962, reported that PAT MASSI met

NICHOLAS PICCOLO, LOU LALLI, JOHN SIMONE, aka Casablanca, and

ANGELO BRUNO at 740 Christian Street. Informant stated that 740

Christian Street is a known hangout of members of the so-called

"Greaser Gang" of which BRUNO is the recognized leader.

JOHN

SIMONE had brought from Trenton, N.J. fifty wedding invitations

which were being distributed in the vicinity of 8th and Christian

Streets for a marriage that was

taking place on July 1, 1962, at

Trenton, N. J.

T-I on June 13, 1962, reported that BRUNO attempted to

interest PAT MASSI on this date in a business proposition concerning

the purchase of a pier on Delaware Avenue, Philadelphia, which the

city was going to put up for sale in the near future.

It 1s BRUNO's

intention that a night club could be built on this same spot for

approximately $100,000.

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T-2 and I-6 on this same date reported that MASSI met

with BRUNO and PETER MAGGIO to discuss

the trip of CALOGERO

SINATRA to the United States on June 16, 1962.

to contact CALOGERO SINATRA In Italy on this date concerning his

visit on June 16, 1962.

on the results of his contact.

group would meet SINATRA at New York on June 16, 1962, upon his

22122

T-2 on June 15, 1962, stated that PAT MASSI attempted

MASSI reported to BRUNO and PETER MAGGIO

According to this source, this

arrival.

T-6 on June 16, 1962, said that MASSI reported to BRUNO

that the Italian visitor

would

definitely arrive on June 16, 1962,

and that he would remain in the United States

for a period of

approximately three to four months, a visiting visa.

T-6 on June 18, 1962, reported that BRUNO and MASSI

took SINATRA from Philadelphia

to Atlantic City on that date

for the purpose of placing him at a friend's home.

The police

learned of BRUNO's movement in that city and it was necessary

for BRUNO to return to Philadelphia with SINATRA. That evening

MASSI and SINATRA dined at BRUNO's residence.

I-8 on June 26, 1962, reported that PAT MASSI on this

date was

observed entering Penn

Jersey Vending

and departed in

BRUNO's absence.

This source later stated that MASSI plans to

visit Italy within a week or two.

He presently has his family

in Rome, Italy, visiting his brother.

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FRANK MATTEO

aka Frankie Mendell

7808 Brocklehurst Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

Philadelphia PD

• #72609

Residence Phone 624-5311

Business Phones at which

contacted by BRUNO, according

to T-8 - MA 7-9406; MA 4-5311

Deputy Commissioner DAVID MALONE on June 5, 1958, has

advised that FRANK MATTEO, Philadelphia Police Department #72609,

has been engaged in the numbers bank racket in the city of

Philadelphia and has a history of 35 arrests, mostly involving

I-I on February 10, 1962, said FRANK MATTEO solicited

SOL KATZ, 1203 Locust Street, to Install one of ANGELO BRUNO's

cigarette vending machines on that date.

T-6 on February 27, 1962, reported that FRANKIE MENDELI

visited ANGELO BRUNO on February 27, 1962, at the office of Penn

Jersey Vending at the same time ADAM D'OLIO, ALFRED IEZZI and

IGNAZIO DE NARO were visiting.

T-8 on March 2, 1962, reported that BRUNO had a meeting

on that date with FRANKIE MENDELL and FRANK NARDUCCI at Giardino

DiTorino Restaurant.

I-1 on March 9, 1962, stated that FRANKIE MENDELI

conferred with BRUNO on this date stating he was becoming dis-

associated with some others with which he was involved in numbers

activity and he was going to back the action himself.

MENDELI

then made an agreement with BRUNO whereby he would give BRUNO

numbers action.

T-I on March 9, 1962, stated FRANKIE MENDELL has 20

numbers books on the street which gross between $900 to $1,000

a day. He turns this action into ANGELO BRUNO fer 25 percent

of the gross.

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I-6 on March 21, 1962, stated that BRUNO has

employed

FRANKIE MENDELL

"muscle" to

collect debts from reluctant

payers.

MENDELL presently has a hangout at 5663 Ogontz Avenue

and also at a store in which he allegedly has a part interest

at 4th and Gaskill Streets.

On April 2, 1962, T-I reported that ANGELO BRUNO announced

that FRANKIE MENDELI is able to obtain jobs for individuals at

the Philadelphia Inquirer driving trucks.. A person engaged in

numbers activities on this date, FRANK IANNERELIA, contacted

BRUNO in this regard.

On April 4, 1962, I-8 reported FRANK MATTEO contacted

IANNERELIA at 8th and Christian Streets, on this date concerning

a numbers hit.

I-8 on April 25, 1962, reported that FRANK MATTEO

owns a bar at 4th and Gaskill Streets.

He has nunbers operations

working out of the same and was visited there by SAMUEL "CAPPY"

HOFFMAN approximately 1:30 p.M., on April 25, 1962.

I-8 on April 25, 1962, reported that MATTEO accompanied

by an unknown man visited

ANGELO BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc.

This source stated that money transferred in connection with

the lottery business.

T-8 on May 2, 1962, reported that FRANKIE MENDELL waS

soliciting new vending machine spots for ANGELO BRUNO.

He was

bragging this date that he obtained one for BRUNO at the China

House, 7030 Castor Avenue, where BRUNO was to place cigarette

vending machines.

T-1 on May 4, 1962, reported that

FRANK MATTEO was a

frequent visitor to Penn Jersey Vending.

On May 4, 1962, PHIL

TESTA and BRUNO attempted to locate

MATTEO at numerous places in South Philadelphia which informant

believes

Is In connection with numbers activity.

money

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and

I-5 on June 1, 1962, reported that FRANKIE MENDELI

BEN GOLOB were. to

deliver

cigarette vending machines in

New

Jersey at a place wherein MENDELL had influence.

T-6 on June 12, 1962, reported that MARIO DE MARCO

contacted BRUNO on this date to have him intercede to recover

$100 from a used car dealer who sold him a car in very poor

condition.

This sane source reported that FRANKIE MENDELL

was then contacted by BRUNO and MENDELL accompanied DE MARCO

to accomplish DE MARCO's desires in this regard.

T-I on the same date also reported essentially the

same information as I-6 concerning FRANKIE MENDELL'S uSe as

an enforcer in DE MARCO's behalf.

I-8 on June 13, 1962, reported that GEORGIE SHAW,

singer, Philadelphia, accompanied MATTE to Penn Jersey Vending,

to see ANGELO BRUNO on that date... The purpose of their

T-8 on June 16, 1962, reported that en June 15, 1962,

MATTEO and GEORGIE SHAW again contacted BRUNO on this date and

SHAW was attempting to interest BRUNO in investing money in a

patent which is to be obtained by a third party.

The identity

of the third party is unknown to the source.

This same source

reported MENDELL and SHAW recontacted BRUNO in this regard on

June 19, 1962.

T-1 en June 20, 1962, and I-8 on June 20, 1962, reported

that FRANK MATTEO contacted several individuals in the vicinity of

8th and Christian Streets looking for FRANK IANNERELIA in connection

with his numbers activities®

T'-8 on June 21, 1962, reported that FRANK MATTEO; MIKE

BERARDO, preprietor of the Villanova Grill at 1413 Locust Street;

PHILIP TESTA, and SAM SCAFIDI met with ANGELO BRUNO

at Penn Jersey

Vending this date.

I-I on June 21, 1962, reported that MIKE BERARDO and

FRANK MATTEO had been involved

jointly in the operation of a bingo

game at the Knights of Columbus, 38th and Market Streets, in which

either or both cheated another partner out of a sum of money which

partner allegedly was from New York.

According to the source, the

New York faction through racket connections had contacted BRUNO

an effort to regain their money.

Both MATTEO and BERARDO were

summoned by BRUNO on this date to resolve the same.

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AUGUSTINE MAZZIO,

aka Gussie Giddens

Resident Address: Washington Park Apartments,

Carden, New Jersey

Philadelphia PD No. 272 611

FBI No. 508 7432

T-9 had reported in the past on November 25, 1958,

that AUGUSTINE MAZZIO had been connected with the "Greaser

Mob"

of Philadelphia in the bootlegging business and had been

arrested in the past in this activity in behalf of FELIX

JOHN DE TULLIO.

I-6 on May

1, 1962, reported that AUGUSTINE MAZZIO,

also known as GUSSIE GIDDENS, on that date was observed

entering Penn Jersey Vending

to confer with ANGELO BRUNO,

but in BRUNO's absence immediately departed. On May ?,

1962,

he again attempted to do the same but BRUNO was unable

to talk to him.

T-8 on May 15, 1962, reported that MAZZIO was

working with FRANK MONTE and JOSEPH LAZARRO, also known as

JOE GIBBONS, for LOUIS ESPOSITO, 19th and Hoffman Streets,

Philadelphia, where they were operating a "ziganatte"

" card

game.

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FRANK J. MONTE

(ICNO (T -3)

Residence Address - 722 Warnock Street

Pennsylvania Vehicle License Number R-41-307

PHPD # 256 868

FBI *

629-268B

him that BRUNO sent to PHIL

6 on retary drest in a bang

stated that FRANK MONTE tOLd

and TESTA gave MONTE

a large

sun of noney to deliver to BRUNO on that date.

It was

the source's opinion that TESTA is a depository for illegal money

accrued by ANGELO BRUNO's enterprises.

This same source on February 22, 1962,

stated that

MONTE brought FRANK IANNARELLA on this date a sufficient amount

of money from which IANNARELLA paid off a $2.00 number hit in

the amount $1, 200. This source said that the winner was

"DO DO"

ROCCO DI NUBILE.

I-6 on February 28, 1962, observed DO DO again entering

Penn Jersey Vending to collect & number hit.

T=

, on March 13, 1962, March 14, 1962, March 26, 1962,

and March 27,

1962, observed FRANK MONTE enter Penn Jersey Vending.

It was this source's opinion that MONTE 1e PHILIP TESTA

first

lieutenant, in the nunbers business..

MONTE 10 & frequent traveling

companion with TESTA.

He accompanied TESTA again to Penn Jersey

Vending on March 30, 1962.

I-8 on March 31, 1962,

said that FRANK MONTE told him

that MONTE and FRANK NARDUCCI were then running the "giganette"

game along with SONNY RICeOBENE.

This

sane. source

• on April 3,

1962, observed

MONTE driving

Cadillac bearing Pennsylvanla license

R14-307 which is registered in his name at 722 Warnock Street,

Philadelphis.

This source on April

4, 1962, learned that MONTE

continued to operste the "siganette"

game for SONNY RICCOBENE

along with FRANK. NARDUCCI.

, on April 9, 1962,

said that MONTE and NARDUCCI

worked the entire weekend April 6,7,8, 1962, at "aiganette" game

and that ANGELO FRUNO accompanied

• by PHILIP

TESTA attended the

game on the late evening of

April 6, through early morning of

April 7, 1962.

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T-6 on April 24, 1962, observed FRANK MONTE operating

the offices of Penn Jersey Vending on this date in the absence

OF FRANK LANNARELLA.

MONTE conferred with BRUNO in these offices

on this date.

MONtE aLsO accompanied BRUNO,

TESTA, JOHN SIMONE,

aka.,

"Casablanca," and CARL IPPOLITO, aka., Pappy,

to see "PONZI"

(true name MICHAEL CAMMAROTA) who wen

then

a patient at University

Hospital.

CAMMAROTA aB WelL aS SIMONE and IPPOLITO come from trenton,

N.g., area.

same

source on April 30, 1962,

as well as on May 14,

1962,

saw MONTE enter Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

and speak to

BRUNO on the latter date, BRUNO being absent and in New Jersey

practically all day on April

30, 1962.

on May 19, 1962, said that FRANK SINDONE told

him that FRANK MONTE along

with JoE GISBONS,

(true nane JOE LAZZARO)

were operating the "giganette

game for LU LU ESPOSITO at 19th

and Hoffman streets, Philadelphia.

Individuals playing in this

game lost as much as $4,000 to $6, 000 per night.

JOHN CAPPELLO

and AUGUSTINE MAZZIO, aka., Gussie liddens, have been frequent

players.

On June 11, 1962, MONTE

was observed entering Penn

Jersey Vending on this date to confer with BRUNO. According

to T-6

this source also reported that MONtE conterred with BRUNO

at the barber shop at 902 south 8th Street, which I8 operated by

AFONSO

• MAIORIELLO.

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FRANK NARDUCCI, aka "Chickie"

526 Dickinson Street,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Telephone No. Howard 7-9136

Philadelphia Police Department

No. 241 666

T-8 on February 8, 1962,

said ANGELO. BRUNO has

used FRANK NARDUCCI, aka "Chickie,

" as a courier in that

NARDUCCI carried from PHIL TESTA to BRUNO a sum of money

in excess of $2,000 that BRUNO needed immediately.

T-8 on March 2, 1962, observed NARDUCCI, BRUNO,

and FRANK MATTEO, aka Frankie Mendell, leave Penn Jersey

Vending and enter Giardino DiTorino Restaurant for a

conference. MENDELL is known to the source as being

engaged

• In numbers activities and turning in his "action" to BRUNO.

T-6 on March 9, 1962, saw NARDUCCI enter Penn

Jersey Vending to confer

with BRUNO.

This same source

reported on March 26, 1962, that FRANK NARDUCCI, along with

FRANK MONTE, on March 25, 1962, were

operating the

"ziganette"

game being run by MARIO "SONNY" RICCOBENE at

RICCOBENE's luncheonette, 907 South Eighth Street. This same

source on March 30 and March 31, saw NARDUCCI enter Penn

Jersey Vending on March 30, 1962, to

see ANGELO BRUNO;

and to discuss the operation of the "ziganette"

game

•at

RICCOBENE's luncheonette on March 31, 1962.

with FRANK MONTE, were operating the

"ziganette" game for

SONNY RICCOBENE.

8, 1962. BRUNO, accompanied by PHILIP TESTA, attended

this game on April 6, 1962, to an early morning hour on

April 7, 1962.

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on April 1l, 1962, NARDUCCI, along with other

gamblers and number writers

known to T-o, waited at the

offices of Penn Jersey Vending to confer with BRUNO who

was then making a telephone call from a publlc pay station

across the street.

I-o on April 17, 1902, said that NARDUCel and

FRANK SINDONE had been detained on April 16, 1962, by the

Philadelphia Police and they were released by these

officers and not booked after giving two officers in the

"red car" ten

dollars each.

T-

on April 25, 1962, said NARDUCCI, accompanied

by ADAM D'OLIO, conferred with BRUNO on this date to obtain

a loan in the amount of $500 for a third party. This loan

was granted after each certified to BRUNO the borrower

would repay •

On May 10, 1962, T-8 said NARDUCCI told him that

he is trusted by PHILIP TESTA and ANGELO BRUNO to the extent

that he attended a meeting at Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.,

where all were present in addition to a man from Trenton,

N.J., who is seeking BRUNO's intercession to recover $15,000

from

the lender from Trenton, N.J., who is closely associated

with CARL IPPOLITO.

T-8 on May 12, 1962, and again on June 7, 1962,

saw NARDUCCI enter Penn Jersey Vending to confer with BRUNO.

on the latter date, BRUNO sent NARDUCCI to run several

errands for him as NARDUCCI on this date was observed paying

BRUNO's telephone, gas, and electric bills for BRUNO's

residence.

This same source on June 8, 1962, saw NARDUCCI,

BRUNO,

on

arbitrating differences

between a

number backer and his writer.

T-8 on June 1l, 1962, saw BRUNO conferring with

NARDUCCI, FRANK MONTE, and FRANK SINDONE in that order on

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the sidewalk in front of Penn Jersey Vending on that date.

as well as FRANK SANSONE,

talked to ANGELO BRUNO individually.

TESTA and SANSONE are

very active in the numbers activities in South Philadel-

phia.

T-6 on June 14, 1962, said NARDUCCI entered Penn

Jersey Vending and In BRUNO's absence departed.

On June 15,

1962, he accompanied NICHOLAS PICCOLO in the vicinity of

Eighth and Christian Streets inquiring of BRUNO's whereabouts

I-8 on June 20, 1962, said that

FRANK NARDUCCI said he conferred with BRUNO on that date

to tell BRUNO that NARDUCCI had been arrested by the Phila-

delphia Police Department for lottery on June 19, 1962.

It was not known by the source whether it was dismissed,

released, or whether or not NARDUCCI was broke.

NARDUCCI and PHILIP TESTA conferred with BRUNO on

June 27, and on June 28, 1962, at the offices of Penn Jersey

Vending,

according to T-8 who observed both entering on

both dates.

T-1 on the latter date said TESTA, NARDUCCI

and BRUNO definitely discussed numbers. T-l also said the

number book is under the personal direction of ANGELO BRUNO,

as are NARDUCCI and TESTA in this activity.

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NICHOLAS (LNU), aka., Little Nicky

former number writer for NICHOLAS PICCOLO

T-8 on April 27, 1962, said that NICHOLAS PICCOLO, aka.,

Nicky Buck, told him that Little Nicky, who works for him as a

number writer, desired to quit even though he's making between

$100 and $125 a week. This source also reported that a conference

was held between PICCOLO

FRED IEZZI, ANGELO BRUNO, and PHIL TESTA

concerning "Little Nicky's" action.

T-I reported on April 27,

Nick, thet my That obtained a joh in the manor far rattie

at the 500 Club, Atlantic City, N.J.

T-8 on May 3, 1962,

reported that TESTA and BRUNO met with "Little NIcky" to discuss.

his actions as quitting as & number writer for NICKY BUCK.

T-6 on May 9, 1962, observed LITTLE NICKY again entering

Penn Jersey to confer with BRUNO, IZZI, and PICCOLO.

It 1s to be

noted that T-5 on June 2, 1962, stated that BRUNO had contacted

FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO, who presently has a proprietary Interest

that his job at the 500 club has been obtained.

T-6 on June 20, 1962, reported that LITTLE NICKY commutes

from Philadelphia, Pa., to Atlantic City, N.J., dally.

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FRANK NICOLETTI residence 3123 South Broad Street,

Philadelphia, Pa.

To on November 13, 1962, reported that FRANK NICOLETTI

during 19s2 became a business partner with IGNAZIO DENARO In the

loan sharking business operating from the corners of 8th and

Christian Streets.

DENARO was previously affiliated In this

business with ANTONIO POLLINA.

NICOLETTI practically dally

be found at 740 Christian Street, which is operated by

"DON GEECH", true name FRANK DAMIANO. According to this souree

this Individual operates this hang out at 740 Christian

Street

for ANGELO BRUNO and his friends.

GEECH was a 'pusher'

money for ANTONIO POLLINA and he also operated a numbers book

this location. Several sources in the past as well as this

source have regarded 740 Christian Street as

of the "Greaser Gang"

the known hang dit

, of which ANGELO BRUNO is the present

recognized leader.

SA DAVID E. WALKER on May 31, 1961, Interviewed

NICOLLETI, at which time he admitted he has frequented the

vicInity of 8th and Christian Streets for some 40 years.

T6 and I5 have never known FRANK NICOLETTI to be

employed at any occupation.

I5 on November 1, 1961, reported

that FREDDY WILLIAMS, 821 League Street, the address of WILLIAMS'

mother-in-law, is a lieutenant or a pick-up man in the numbers

business for FRANK and his brother LEONARD NICOLETTI. FRANK

at that time was handling the numbers work by telephone operating

on the third floor of 821 League Street.

Informant also said

that NICOLETTI was associated with ANGELO BRUNO, and that

BRUNO, NICOLETTI, and others meet persons In the vicinity of

8th and Christian Streets using the barber shop at 902 south

8th Street as a meeting place.

I8 or February 9, 1962, stated that FRANK NICOLETTI

was in charge of the offices of Penn

Jersey Vending in the

absence of ANGELO BRUNO on that date.

T6 on April 25, 1962, said that FRED IEZZI, FRANK

NICOLETTI, PAT MASSI, and ANGELO BRUNO, at approximately

2:10 p.m. held a conference in the office of Penn Jersey

Vending. It is not known to this source the nature of the

topic they discussed.

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This same source on May 4, 1962, observed NICOLETTI

meeting with BRUNO and BRUNO's lieutenant, PHILIP TESTA.

On May 15, 1962, T8 said NICOLETTI met with IGNATIUS

DENARO and BRUNO in the evening of May 15, 1962, at ALFONSO

MAIORIELLO's barber shop, 902 South 8th Street.

This same source on May 16, 1962, observed NICOLETTI

meeting with BRUNO, DENARO, and FRANK SANNINI, at 740 Christian

Street, Philadelphia. SANNINI was described by the source as

having In the past been a "pusher" of loan shark money for

ANTONIO POLLINA:

He presently resides at 1160 South 1lth

Street, telephöne number HOward 5-5995.: He continues to

frequent 740 Christian Street.

T8 on May 17, 1962, said that NICOLETTI and DENARC

met with IEZZI shortly

before IEZZI, on that date, conferred

with ANGELO BRUNO concerning his desire to become disassociated

with the management of the 500 club in Atlantic City, N.J.

On May 24, 1962, I6 said that NICOLETTI met BRUNO,

PAT MASSI, LOU LALLI, and

FRANK SANNINI at Penn Jersey Vending

Incorporated.

From here they went to 740 Christian Street for

a private luncheon in the back room and for conversation.

This same source on May 25, 1962, said NICOLETTI

on that date again met with BRUNO, DENARO,

and SANNINI at

740 Christian Street, at approximately 3 p.m., however, just

prior to noon that date NICOLETTI was observed calling at

Penn Jersey Vending for BRUNO and in his absence departed.

I8 on June 4, 1962, reported that PHILIP TESTA,

NICOLETTI, and BRUNO met at Penn Jersey Vending on that date.

NICOLETTI was then observed driving BRUNO in NICOLETTI's car

from Penn Jersey Vending to MICHAEL GRASSO'S OffiCe, where

BRUNO entered for a meeting on that date.

On June 5, 1962, BRUNO

sent NICOLETTI to the barber

shop at 902 East 8th Street to give DENARO a message. Thereafter,

BRUNO met DENARO and NICOLETTI at the barber shop on that date.

I8 on June 11 and 12, 1962, saw NICOLETTI enter

Penn Jersey Vending along with

PHILIP TESTA for a conference

with ANGELO BRUNO.

At a latter date BRUNO conferred with

NICOLETTI for a period of time walking back and forth on

Catharine Street between 7th and 8th.

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I6 on June 16, 1962, reported that FRANK NICOLETTI

and PHILIP. TESTA entered Penn

Jersey Vending at approximately

12:30 p.m. followed by ANGELO BRUNO within 10 minutes on that

date:

BRUNO conferred with several Individuals who were

waiting for him among which were number writers and convicted

felons:

I6 on June 22, 1962, saw NICOLETTI enter Penn Jersey

on that date. BRUNO's absence he departed, however, this

source reported. on June 26, 1962, NICOLETTI met at this offio

with PHILIP TESTA,

ANGELO BRUNO,

JOE SPITALERI, and CALOGERO

SINATRA, the latter the visiting Italian National. At

approximately. 12:40 on this date, BRUNO accompanied by DAVID

COHEN, his attorney, SPITALERI and SINATRA departed Penn

Jersey

Vending to eat at a restaurant at 10th and Catharine

Streets.

NICOLETTI and TESTA remained at the Penn Jersey

Vending offices.

NICOLETTI and TESTA were later observed

departing those offices togeter.

It Is to be noted that

TI on June 26, 1962, reported the censor the same information

as above on that time.

I8 on June27, 1962, reported that NICOLETTI was In

BRUNO's presence when ANTHONY SAVINO, who operates

a store at

6th and Wolf Streets, attempted to obtain BRUNQ's Intercession

with LOU LALLIuto have LALLI discontinue or replaced by

another vending machine operator.

BRUNO was able to have

LALLI withdraw his vending machines in accordance with SAVIND's

desires.

I3 on June 29, 1962, reported that FRED SALERNO the

brother-in-law of ANTHONY CAPONIGRO aka Tony Bananas of New

Jersey accompanied NICOLETTI to Penn Jersey Vending on

June 29, 1962, to obtain BRUNO's assistance in securing

legal aid to handle an appeal case for FRED SALERNO (true name

ALFRED S. SALERNO) :

To on the same date confirmed that this meeting

took place and said that NICOLETTI and SALERNO walked from

Penn. Jersey Vending to 740 Christian Street where they entered.

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NICHOLAS PICCOLO, also known as

"Nicky" Buck

Residence address 1019 Fitzwater Street

Business address Piccolo's 500 Club at

Ilth and Christian Streets

Vehicle - Pennsylvania license D66415

T-6 and T-16 have consistently reported that NICHOLAS

PICCOLO and his brother, JOE PICCOLO, currently are engaged in

1llegal lottery, numbers, in South Philadelphia.

T-6 on February 14, 1962, and on February 28, 1962,

reported that on the former date PICCOLO met with BRUNO, PHILIE

TESTA, FRANK SINDONE and FRANK LANNARELLA at Penn Jersey Vending,

on the latter date he was again at Penn Jersey Vending

when other gamblers and number writers were present. T-8 reported

PICCOLO's presence at Penn Jersey Vending with BRUNO again on

March 8, 1962, and April 13, 1962.

T-8 on April 27, 1962, reported that FRED IEZZI, PHILIP

TESTA, NICHOLAS PICCOLO and ANGELO BRUNO met on this date to

discuss "Little Nicky" who had turned over all his collection

sheets to NICHOLAS PICCOLO on Thursday night, April 26, 1962.

"Ilttle Nicky" desired to quit as a number writer for NICHOLAS

PICCOLO.

This same source on May 3; 1962, reported that "Little

Nicky" met with BRUNO and TESTA on that date concerning "Little

Nicky's" desire to quit PICCOLO as

a number writer.

T-6 on May 9, 1962, said

I that BRUNO on this date

adjudicated "Little Nicky's"

quitting PICCOLO. "Little Nicky,"

PICCOLO, BRUNO and others met at

the same place on that date.

T-8 on May 11, 1962, said that PICCOLO attended a

meeting with IGNATIUS DENARO and ANGELO BRUNO at MARIO "SONNY"

RICCOBENE'S Luncheonette at 907 South 8th Street where anyone

passing this luncheonette could hear DENARO excitingly-shouting

and BRUNo in a loud voice shouting back.

The nature of this

friction was not known to the source.

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T-8 on May 17, 1962, observed BRUNO, PHILIP TESTA

and PICCOLO entering Penn Jersey Vending for a meeting on this

date.

The same source reported on May 19, 1962, that

PICCOLO again accompanied by TESTA entered Penn Jersey Vending

while BRUNO was across the street with NORMAN FROMKIN at

Giardino del Torino Restaurant.

T-8 on May 23, 1962, May 25, 1962, and May 29, 1962,

reported that PICCOLO was observed entering

Penn Jersey Vending

on these dates and BRUNO's absence on May 25, 1962,

he departed.

On May 29, 1962, he met PHILIP TESTA and FRED IEZZI there for a

conference.

This same source observed him entering again on

June 5, 1962, and departing at BRUNO's absence.

• BRUNO, PAT MASSI, LOU LALLI, at 740

Christian Street, Greaser Gang.

the known hangout, according to this source,

of the so-called

SIMONE had brought to this

place wedding invitations of a mutual close associate at Trenton,

N. J., whose child was to be married on July 1, 1962.

T-8 on June 8, 1962, reported BRUNO met with "Ilttle

on this date.

N. Jos at the 500 Club, which Is operated by FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO.

This source reported that BRUNO arbitrated this change, leaving

NICHOLAS PICCOLO as a number writer and being employed at

Atlantic City as Indicated above.

I-l on June 8, 1962, said that NICHOLAS PICCOIO had

told him that ANGELO BRUNO had Instructed PICCOLO that it 1s

necessary to pay off the local police in order to operate any

type of gambling game. BRUNO serves as counselor for PICCOLO

in these matters.

This same source on June 11, 1962, reported that PICCOLO

was again present when BRUNO was counseling another individual on

this date concerning gambling matters.

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T-2 on June 14, 1962, reported that he had been

frequently present during the month of June when BRUNO contacted

NICHOLAS PICCOLO at the 500 Club, 11th and Christian Streets.

He regards the "Buck Brothers"

PICCOLO as close assocates or ANGELO BRUNO. nd NICHOLAS

T-o on June 16, 1962g Saw PICCOLO accompanied by FRANK

IANNARELLA enter Penn Jersey Vending®

PICCOLO then accompanied

FRANK NARDUCCI to several stores in the vicinity of 8th and

Christian Streets inguiring for ANGELO BRUNO.

not that tec

This same source

reported on June 20, 1962, that he saw BRUNO and PICCOLO leave

Penn Jersey Vending and enter PICCOLO's personally-owned vehicle.

PICCOLO was chauffeuring BRUN in South Philadelphia on this

date.

T-6 on June 26, 1962, saw PICCOLO meet with TESTA

and BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending on this date.

The same source on June 28, 1962, reported that CALOGERO

SINATRA, the visiting Italian National, accompanied BRUNO to the

of Penn Jersey Vending.

Shortly thereafter BRUNO and

SINATRA departed with NICHOLAS PICCOLO and BEN GOLUP. SINATRA,

PICCOLO and BRUNO were again observed returning to Penn Jersey.

Vending at later hour.. At this time PICCOLO held a meeting with

BRUNO and ADAM D'OLIO.

It is to be noted that JOSEPH PICCOLO when interviewed

on March 26, 1962, said JOSEPH RUGNETTA 18 his uncle.

RUGNETTA'S

first wife and PICCOLO's mother were sisters.

Upon death PICCOLO'S

father,

JOE RUGNETTA materially assisted PICCOLO family.

He Is

regarded by PICCOLOs like a father. JOE and NICHOLAS jointly

run the 500 Club, llth and Christian Streets.

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EDWARD QUIROLO

Undertaker, 327 East 109th Street

New York City, N. Y

T-6 stated EDDIE (QUIROLO), Undertaker from New

York, was seen entering Penn Jersey Vending on February

9, 1962 and Maren 8, 1962 to talk to ANGELO BRUNO coneerning

the purchase of pareels of land with BRUNO and mortgage

money.

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MARIO RICCOBENE, aka

"Sonny" Riccobene

Residence 728 Carpenter Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

Vehicle Ilcense No. Pennsylvania 577-954

PH T-8 stated MARIO RICCOBENE told him ANGELO BRUNO

was angry with him because HARRY RICCOBENE, inmate, Eastern

State Penitentiary, refused to sell BRUNO John's Vending Company,

737 South Seventh Street, phone WAlnut 5-0446.

"SONNY" RICCOBENE

is running the latter in behalf of HARRY, with the assistance of

"LONG JOHN," true name RAYMOND MARTORANO: BRUNO because of this

1s referring his customers to LOU LALLI to install LALLI's music

machines at the same locations BRUNO has cigarette vending

machines.

T-8 saw "SONNY" RICCOBENE enter Penn Jersey Vending

to see. BRUNO on March 12,14, 1962. The purpose

of the visits

is not known to this source.

PH I-6 on March 27, 1962, stated "SONNY" RICCOBENE

1s operating a

"Ziganette" card game at his luncheonette, 909

South Eighth Street.

JOHN SIMONE and CARL IPPOLITO came

from

Trenton, N. J., on March 27, 1962, at BRUNO's request to take

some action in BRUNO's behalf concerning this game.

They

visited RICCOBENE's luncheonette, March 27, 1962, accompanied

by BRUNO.

This same source, March 31, 1962, said FRANK NARDUCCI

and FRANK MONTE are working at

"SONNY's" game, apparently as

dealers.

I-8 on April 1, 1962, said IGNAZIO DENARO declared

himself in as

a partner in the operation of a "Ziganette"

game presently being 'bankrolled" by RICCOBENE.

This game is

being conducted in the back room of "SONNY'g" luncheonette,

909 South Eighth Street. RICCOBENE resented DENARO's actions

in this regard.

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This same source, April 9, 1962, said the "Ziganette"

game operated at

"SONNY's"

during the weekend of April 6-8, 1962,

by NARDUCCI and MONTE with BRUNO and PHILIP TESTA in attendance

during the evening of April 6, 1962, to early morning hours of

April 7, 1962.

I-6 on June 29, 1962, saw "SONNY" RICCOBENE driving

DENARO around South Philadelphia in RICCOBENE's car, bearing

Pennsylvania license 577-954.

T-8 on April 12, 1962, said BRUNO met with two in-

dividuals, not known to him, in

the back room of RICCOBENE's

place, 909 South Eighth Street on this date.

Further on April 20, 1962, BRUNO held a conference

with IGNAZIO DENARO in the back room of this luncheonette..

T-8 saw "SONNY" RICCOBENE enter Penn Jersey Vending

on April 30, 1962, and depart in BRUNO's absence.

RIC ON S

This source said on May 5, 1962, that SAM SCAFIDI 18

a partner to RICCOBENE at this luncheonette.

SAM's father,

name not known, was "connected" with the "Italian underworld, "

in the Philadelphia area in the past.

This source does not

know If SAM is connected in any way with BRUNO or his "crowd"

except in the ownership

of the above luncheonette.

a loud voice shouting back at him.

The nature of the argument

was not known; however, DENARO had been detained by the police

at Eighth and

Christian Streets and questioned on May 10, 1962.

BRUNO may have been angry with him for having talked to the

police.

T- on May 14, 1962, said BRUNO met with TESTA at

RICCOBENE's luncheonette shortly after noon time on this date.

DENARO met with FRED IEZZI there after 3:00 p.m. for a con-

ference.

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SONNY RICH

Miami, Fla.

Possibly identical to THOMAS ALTAMAURA

Sonny's Restaurant

and Pizzeria

247 - 23rd Street

Miami Beäch, Fla.

I-

stated BEN GOLOB told him that "SONNY" (INU) from

Miami, Fla, is attempting to outbid NORMAN FROMKIN for the lease

of "Coney Island" in the Dominican Republic. Further, FROMKIN

met with BRUNO on May 19, 1962, at Giardino del Torino Restaurant

to obtain BRUNO's intercession

In his behalf to speakto "SONNY"

T-1 reported May 19, 1962, on FROMKIN's desires to have

BRUNO talk to

"SoNNy" for the above stated reasons.

T-I said "SONNY RICH" operates "Sonny's Pizzeria" in

Miami, Fla.

owns 75. percenter the stock,

T8 On MaY 29, 1962 "5699Y) PERNARD "BUCKY" ATIN (Who

Island," Dominican Republic,

while FROVKIN owns 25 percent) said "SONNY RICH" represents a

syndicate in Miami, Fla., which is bidding $25,000 to $30,000

to obtain the lease.

FROMKIN is presently paying $18,000 a year

to lease

"Coney Island."

It is to be noted, THOMAS ALTAMAURA, of Sonny's Restaurant

was interviewed by

and fizzerla, 247 - 23rd strat, mami, He said he only knew BRuNo

the FBI, Miami, Fla., on May 25, 1962.

as a customer during

the past two years.

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SAM RIPKA;

WILLIE RIPKA;

MARIE RIPKA,

Windsor Vending, Ine. (Former Business)

1140 Wright Avenue, Camden, N.J.

Phone: WO 3-3375

Garden State Vending, Inc. (Present Business)

Same address (succeeded Windsor)

Garden State Vending, Camden, N.J. Informant states BRUNO has a

proprietary interest in Garden State Vending which succeeded

Windsor Vending.

Further, WILble RIPKA and his wife, MARIE,

own several shares of Garden State Vending along with BRUNO,

JOE WILSON, Camden Attorney, and possibly SALVATORE AVENA, aka

Sam Avena, of Camden, N.J..

T-6 on May 25, 1962, reported WILLIE RIPKA also owns

the Copacabana Bar at 19th and Wallace Streets, Philadelphia, where

JACK GELMAN is the manager.

WILLIE told T-6 he obtained a $500

loan from BRUNO for GELMAN

without interest.

On June 27, 1962, MARIE RIPKA was working at Garden

State Vending, Inc.

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ANGELO RUSSO, Butcher,

Residence and Business Address:

2301 South 9th Street,

Telephone number: Howard 5-0110

Pennsylvania Vehicle License Plates # GL242

I-6 had reported on February 14, 1962, that LOU

IALLI told him that BRUNO attempted to borrow $10,000 inasmuch

as BRUNO had his funds tied up with MICHAEL GRASSO and ANGELO

RUSSo in the purchase of a piece of real estate at 3rd and

Oregon Avenues,

Philadelphia

T-8 on April 11, 1962, observed MICHAEL GRASSO, JR. >

Jersey Vending In RUSSO's

personally owned car bearing Pennsylvania License GL242. This

source reported they conferred with BRUNO this date concerning

the shopping center under development at 3rd and Oregon Avenues

wherein GRASSO, RUSSO, and BRUNO are the principals involved.

T-6 also observed him at Penn Jersey Vending on the following

dates to confer with BRUNO concerning the land purchase and

April 12, 1962

May 31, 1962

June 7, 11, 20, 1962

This source reported that RUSSO receives

mail in

connection: with

this development which is addressed to Ranchland

Construction Company

This 1s the company in which RUSSO,

BRUNO, and CRASSo are the principals in the purchasé and

development of the ground at 3rd and Oregon Avenues, which will

be treated separately in another portion of this report.

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ALFRED S. SALERNO, aka FREDDIE

Residence: 93 Bleeker Street,

Newark, N.J.

FBI Number: 361 395

PH T-8 on June 29, 1962, reported that ALFRED S.

aka FRED SALERNO, the brother-in-law of ANTHONY

• BRUNO. At the

time he was accompanied by FRANK NICOLEITI.

According to this source,

NICOLETTI brought SALERNO

to BRUNO:

SALERNO had a conviction in Camden, N.J., and

was öbtaining BRUNO's assistance to appeal his case.

The

source reported that BRUNO attempted to obtain the services

Of JACOB KOSSMAN, Attorney, 1325 Spruce Street,

Philadelphia,

to represent SALERNO and file an appeal in his behalf.

PH T-6 on June 29, 1962, reported that SALERNO

was involved in the traffic of illegal alcohol.

The Newark Office advised on July 6, 1962, that

ALFRED SALERNO, FBI Number 361 395, 93 Bleeker Street,

Newark, N.J. and NICHOLAS NARDIELLO, 5 Joy Street, West

Orange, N.J., were arrested December 31, 1959, at Absecon,

N. J., charged with operating an illegal still

and evading

$250,000 In taxes on illicit liquor. .

Both were convicted in

Camden District Court.

On July 5, 1961, SALERNO was sentenced to five years

In Federal prison by Federal Judge ARTHUR LANE at Trenton, N.J.

Notification of appeal by SALERNO was filed.

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JAMES M. SALVATORE,

aka "CHINZEY"

Quality Liquors

116 Merion Road no, 1034 south Broadway Street

Camden, N. J., (Proprietor)

I-8 on April 1, 1962, reported that MARIO MAGGIO

was back from ruerto Rigo.

went there with SALVATORE

"SAMMY" AVENA, Attorney, 425 West Market Street, Camaen,

N. J., and

"CHINZEY"

son-in-law MARCO REGINELLI, deceased.

CHINZEY presently owns a liquor store in Camden, N. J.

Quality Liquors Ine., 1034 South 'Broadway.)

Mr. MARINO, "SAMMY's"

father-in-law, also accompanied

them on this trip.

BRUNO had made efforts to obtain a

lawyer with conneetions in Puerto Rieo

to obtain a gambling

casino license according to T-8.

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FRANK SANNINI,

Residence - 1160 Seuth 1lth Street,

Philadelphia, Pa.

Phone: Howard 5-5995

Business Address - Taproem,

15th and Moore Streets,

Philadelphia, Pa.

the above address, 1s a:"

reperted that FRANK SANNINI, of

"o on Aprii "campare of TENANTIS DENARO, 1946 te

1953 SANNINI and DENARO were very close socially.

They frequented

drinking houses together and dated women. SANNINI did work for

Unit Vending Company during this period.

In 1951 or 1953, DENARO

severed all business relations with ANTONIO POLLINA (shylocking)

and it was at this time that FRANK IANNARELLA went to work for

SANNINI went to work

POLLINA In shylockIß" "pushing meney'

activity. Approximately four years age

for POLLINA and terminated

this approximately six months ago.

I-8 en May 1l, 1962, reported SANNINI was present at

a meeting at 740 Christian Street attended by ANGELO BRUNO,

PHILIP TESTA

FRANK NICOLETTI, and IGNATIUS DENARO. This meeting

moved from 740 Christian Street to MARIO "SONNY" RICCOBENE' s

luncheonette where a meeting continued between BRUNO, DENARO, and

NICHOLAS PICCOLO.

This

same source reported en May 16, 1962, that SANNINI

met at 740 Christian Street with BRUNO, DENARO, and FRANK NICOLETTI.

This same source on May 24, 1962, observed SANNINI,

PAT MASSI, LOU LALLI, FRANK NICOLETTI, and BRUNO depart Penn

Jersey Vending and enter 740 Christian Street fer a conference

in the back room. .

The nature of their discussien was not known

to this

source.

The same source again saw BRUNO, DENARO, and NICOLETTI

with SANNINI at 740 Christian Street on May 25, 1962.

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FRANK SANSONE, aka "HANK"

Residence address: 618 South 9th Street,

Philadelphia,

philadelphia Police Department # 85863

T-8 on March 2, 1962, reported that HANK SANSONE 1S

a numbers writer who "hangs around" FRANK PALUMBO's restaurant.

"SNUFFY" IANNARELIA makes a regular collection of number plays

in the number book maintained by HANK. This source said that

on March 2, 1962, HANK told him that in IANNARELLA's absence

he had to turn his number plays for that date over to ANGELO

BRUNO.

HANK indicated he owes BRUNO $1,800.

HANK said that if

he had a $6.00 hit on that date he will be able to repay BRUNO

the $1,800 dividend.

HANK said BRUNO is unhappy with him for

having

come to BRUNO on that date to turn in his numbers as 1t

jeopardized BRUNO

the same source on March 24, 1902, reported that

ANGELO BRUNO and PHIL TESTA continue

to handle the number "action"

of HANK SANSONE

T-6 on May 31, 1962, stated SANSONE told him he had

to carry a sum of money to Penn Jersey Vending that date to

give to FRANK IANNARELIA.

SANSONE on June 12, 1962, met ANGELO BRUNO at Penn

Jersey Vending according to T-6.

The nature of this discussion

was not known to this source.

T-8 on June 13, 1962, was told by HANK SANSONE that

he would be back shortly

and that he had to deliver a sum of

money to Penn Jersey Vending for BRUNO or IANNARELLA.

T-6 on June 15, 1962, said that ANGELO BRUNO met with

HANK, FRANK NICOLETTI,

PHILIP TESTA, FRED IEZZI, and FRANK

MATTEO at the offices

of. Penn Jersey Vending where he held

individual conferences. It is to be noted according to this

en ersey

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source, that HANK SANSONE, TESTA, and MATTE are engaged in

numbers

activities.

T-® on June 22, and 28, 1962, said that SANSONE

usually arrives at Penn Jersey Vending

to see BRUNO,

TESTA,

or

He was observed

Further, on June 28, 1962,

SANSONE told him that he had

been

arrested on a common gamblers charge at "LULJ" ESPOSITO's

Luncheonette at 19th

and Hoffman Streets, Philadelphia.

T-1 on June 28, 1962, also observed SANSONE enter

Penn Jersey Vending to confer with BRUNO on that date.

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ANTHONY SAVINO, Operator candy store

and luncheonette at 6th and Wolf Streets,

Philadelphia

T-8 on March 27, 1962, Identified ANTHONY SAVINO as

an operator of a store on

the northwest corner of 6th and

Philadelphia

SAVINO on March 26, 1962,

Woll Streets' Ziganette" game at MARIO "SUNNY" RICCOBENE'S

attended the

luncheonette at 909-907 South 8th Street.

Players there

borrowed $1,500 from SAVINO and other loans were being made

by other individuals present.

"The majority present were close

associates who work in some capacity for

ANGELO BRUNO.

T-6 on June 4, 1962, reported that ANTHONY SAVINO,

2238 South 6th Street,

borrows money from ANGELO BRUNO through

FRANK IANNARELLA:

SAVINO told him he presently owes $150,

that he obtains

and

this money whenever needed by going to BRUNO's

Penn Jersey Vending and there meeting IANNARELIA.

I-8 on June 27, 1962, said SAVINO told him he

contacted ANGELO BRUNO to obtain BRUNO!s intercession in

removing LOU LALLI as a vendor at SAVINO's store. SAVINO

desired to replace LALLI by another vendor, but he owes LALLI

a sum of money in connection with machines LALLI Installed in

his place.

This same source reported on June 28, 1962, that

BRUNO called him and told him that BRUNO had been successful,

that LALLI would remove his machines, and his machines would

be replaced by Long John's (RAYMOND MARTORANO) • SAVINO sale

that in accordance with what BRUNe effected, SAVINO obtained

two checks

to LOU LALLI, and the

would then place two pinball machines and one Juke box in

SAVINO's place of business.

SAVINO would then split with Long

John the commissions from the machines on a 50-50 basis until

the $500 was repaid.

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SAMUEL A. SCAFIDI

12 Rempher Drive,

Bridgeton, N.J.

New Jersey License EGP-815.

T-8 on June 19 and 21, 1962, reported he observed an

elderly Italian driving a car bearing New Jersey license. EGP 815

on both dates visit ANGELO BRUNO at Penn Jersey Vending.

Above

vehicle is registered to SAM-SCAFIDI at the above address.

T-6 on May

5, 1962, said SAM SCAFIDI, known to her,

the partner to MARIO

RICCOBENE, at Riceobene's Luncheönette,

South 8th Street. SCAFIDI was deseribed by I-6 as white male,

Italian origin, tall, thin with a yellowish complexion.

SAM's

father, name and address not known, was "connected"

with the Italian

underworld in Philadelphia area in the past. It is not known to

source 1f SCAFIDI's father, known to him, 1s dead or alive.

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RALPH SCHWARTZ

1810 West Church Road,

Employed motion picture projectionist

with IATSE Union, 1317 Vine Street,

Philadelphia, Pa., and Manager

• Penn

Jersey Vending, Ine., 775 South 8th

Street, Philadelphia,

Pa.

PH T-I and PH T-8 during the past six months have

reported

that RALPH SCHWARTZ has worked at Penn Jersey Vending

practically daily serving as office manager and "all-around

handyman"

IOr ANGELO BRUNO.

T-8 also reported SCHWARTZ 18

presently employed as a motion pieture projectionist for the

IATSE Union, 1317 Vine Street, Philadelphia, working at several

movie houses because he does

not have a steady assignment.

were seen together socially in center city Philadelphia clubs.

To this source knowledse, scHwArtz and MIcHAe MAdalo throuch

deceased

father of MARIO, had a father-son relationship.

the MAGGIOS that SCHWARTZ became associated with ANGELO BRUNO and

members of the so-called "Greaser Gang" who frequent the corner

of 8th and Christian Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.

PH T-8 on October 30, 1961, stated that SCHWARTZ was

formerly the proprietor or leasee of

the Italia Theater, 729

Christian Street, and

he enployed PHILIP TESTA ane FRANK LANNARELLA

in this theater either as "bouncers"

or as ushers.

PH T-1 and

serves as &

he is of no significance in BRUNO's legal or 1llegal networks.

PH T-6 reported that SCHWARTZ is on the payroll of

Penn Jersey Vending Inc.

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PH T-8 on June 26, 1962, observed RALPH SCHWARTZ, CALOGERO

SINATRA, and JOSEPH SPITALERI leave Penn Jersey Vending on this

late and

enter RALPH SCHWARTZ's personally-owned Chevrolet.

SCHWARTZ

was observed ariving these individuals to the 30th Street Station,

Philadelphia, where SPITALERI boarded a train, No. 132, departing

Philadelphia

for New York at

3:50 pom.

SINATRA and SCHWARTZ were

observed leaving 30th

Street

Station

I returning to Penn Jersey

Vending on that date.

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ABE SEROT

Residence: 1805 Hawthorne Avenue,

Havertown, Pa., TR 8-0408

Business: Pennar Paper Company®

Stationers, 330 North 2nd Street

Pon 330,

Philadelphia, Pa., WA 3=1350

PH T-8 on March 6, 1962, advised that ABE SEROI

told him on March 6, 1962, that BRUNO discussed with SEROT

the conviction of BRUNO's brother-in-law, RALPH MARANCA 1n

local court, Philadelphia.

BRUNO was making efforts to

contact MITCHELL COHEN to bring about favorable polltical

action to appeal MARANCA's case.

The same source observed SEROT enter Penn Jersey

Vending to confer with BRUNO on March 7, 1962.

PH T-6 on March 7, 1962, reported that SEROT was

In attendance at a meeting held by BRUNO at Giardino del Torino

Restaurant, 826 South oth street, attended by BRUNO, BARNEY

BROOKS, and MITCHELL COHEN.

The meeting concerned action

desired by BRUNO on the part of COHEN and BROOKS to bring

about favorable action in local court pending against RALPH

MARANCA and a reversal of the conviction of DOMINICK COLDZZI.

It 1s to be noted that SEROT was' interviewed on

June To 1961, by Agents of the Philadelphia Office,.

at which

time he

said he formerly owned

and sold to DOMINICK COLOZZI

Clubhouse I, 1636 Wolf Street, and Clubhouse 2, 1655 South

Chadwick Street, local bars in South Philadelphia.

SEROT said

he was aware that the

Philadelphia Police considered COLOZZI

as

a numbers operator.

PH ToI On April 18, 1962, said that SEROT told

him he offered BRUNO an opportunity

to invest in the Pennar

Paper Company, which is owned and operated by SEROT. Further,

BRUNO did not consider the investment to be a good one at

that time.

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PH T-8 stated that BRUNO was contacted by ABE

SEROT on June 7,

9, 12, and 13, 1962.

He learned this from

SEROT who also told him that SEROT was experiencing unlon

trouble at his place of business and was attempting to enlist

BRUNO's assistance and influence with local unions to have

this desist.

The same source stated that SEROT recontacted BRUNO

for the same purposes on June 16, 19, and 21, 1962.

PH T-l reported he too had been told by SEROT on

June 16, 1962,

that SEROT was seeking BRUNO's influence to

"cure" his labor problems.

PH T-8 on June 14, 1962, saw BRUNO, SEROT, and

CHARLES COSTELLO departing Penn Jersey Vending Company and

all enter BRUNO's car,

leaving the vicinity of 8th and

Christian Streets on this date.

It is to be noted that SEROT 1s deriving an Income

from the operations of clubhouse l and Clubhouse 2, which

income may be altered & DOMINICK COLOZZI's conviction in

local court prevented him from entering either Clubhouse

to operate the same.

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JOHN JAMES SIMONE,

aka John Casablanca,

710 President Avenue,

Laurence Tewnship, N.J.

FBI #355 389

PH PD #199 782

reported that JOHN SIMONE, aka

"Casablancas

T'=1 on March 27: 196-HPAPPY" IPPOLITO and ANGELO BRUNO

accompanied

to MARIO "SONNY" RICCOBENE's luncheonette on that date concerning

the operation of a "ziganette" game which started at 8 p.m.,

March 26, 1962, and was still in operation on that date.

T'o5 on April 18, 1962, said JOHN SIMONE told him he

recently visited Puerto Rico Whem he told this to BRUNO, BRUNO

said he, too, was there recently for only twenty-four hours.

T-8 on April 18, 1962, stated that SIMONE had accompanied

BRUNO and IPPOLITO to visit PONZI (true name MICHAEL CAMMAROTA) ,

who was then confined at the University Hospital in Philadelphia.:

This same source on April 24, 1962, reported that this

same group, in addition to PHILIP TESTA and FRANK MONTE, saw

CANMAROTA at the University Hospital en that date. SIMONE drove

from Trenton, N.J., accompanied by IPPOLITO in SIMONE's car,

bearing New

Jersey license GH769.

I-8 on June 7, 1962, reported that JOHN CASABLANCA brought

from Trenton, N.J.s

on June 7, 1962, wedding Invitations for a

wedding which

would take place at Trenton, N.J., with mutual friend.

•I ANGELO BRUNO. SIMONE, PAT MASSI, LOU LALLI, and NICHOLAS PICCOLO

met at 740 Christian Street on that date for a conference.

740 Christian Street, according to this source, is a known

hangout for members of the se-called "Greaser Gang," of which BRUNO

is the recognized leader.

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FRANK SINDONE,.

Residence: 736 Christian Street,

Philadelphia Police

Department # 235539

Motor Vehicle License #s 28552-0, U56192

T-1 and T-o during the past six months,

January

through June 1962, had reported

that FRANK SINDONE daily

frequents the corner of 8th and Christian Streets.

He also

frequents Penn Jersey Vending and Marie's Luncheonette at

827 Christian Street.

T-8 has known SINDONE to be active in

numbers, is a

frequent borrower of money from ANGELO BRUNO

through FRANK IANNARELLA, and he is a constant gambler.

I-6 on February 7, 1962, reported that SINDONE 1s

presently soliciting new vending machine stuffs for ANGELO

BRUNO.

I-8 has observed SINDONE entering Penn Jersey Vending

for the purpose of conferring with BRUNO on the following

dates:

March 9,

14, 20, 27, 1962

April 11 and 12, 13, 17, 30, 1962

May 24,

1962

June 11, 1962

T-6 on March 14, 1962, reported his purpose was to

borrow money from FRANK: IANNARELLA This same source reported

that on March 18, 1962, SINDONE attended a christening party

at the C R Club, along with members of ANGELO BRUNO's family.

T-8 on March 30, 1962, said that FRANK SINDONE told

him that STEVE MELCHIORE, working as a county detective,

Philadelphia County, discussed his, SINDONE's, local case with

ANGELO BRUNO.

SINDONE said that BRUNO was making an effort

in his behalf to have his local case dismissed.

T-8 on April 17, 1962, said that SINDONE told him

that SINDONE had reported to ANGELO BRUNO that SINDONE and

FRANK NARDUCCI had been "picked up" by the local police on

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SINDONE and NARDUCCI each gave the two officers

in the red car $10.00 each and they were released.

I-l on April 23, 1962, reported SINDONE was then

taking horse bets. He has a girl working for hi.

T-6 on April 25, 1962,

reported that SInDoNE

JOHN CAPPELLO, at Fern Jersey Vending, reported to ANGELO BRUNO

upon the

results of their gambling at the

"Ziganette" game

operated by LULY ESPOSITO.

CAPIELLO 10st In excess of $4,000;

SINDONE lost approximately $250.

T-6 on May 4, 1962,

said that SINDONE told him he

contacted ANGELO BRUNO

through JIMMY INU, a bartender at

the

24 Club, on May 4, 1962, for the purpose of obtaining a loan

from BRUNO tO JIMMY.

This"

sane source reported that on May 11, 1962,

with PHIL TESTA.

TESTA then

party.

I-6 on May 13, 14, and 19, 1962, reported that

SINDONE attended LULU ESPOSITO'&

"liganette"

game on the

Latter

date with JOHN CArPETIO and on the former with FRANK IANNARELLA.

T-: on June 4, 1962,

said that FRANK SINDONE tO01d

him that

borrowed

DENEY YESNER, Proprietor of the Dewey chair restaurants,

$5,000 from ANGELO BRUNO:

I-& on June 12, 1962,

last name

Is not known to him, who operates the

F & J Luncheonette, at

1029 South l0th Street, told him that he

1s a partner with

FRANK SINDONE in this

luncheonette.

said

that he was

making efforts to discontinue this partnership.

on June

80, 1952,

said that FRANK SINDONE

requested

ANCELO BRUNO to intercede

for him in obtaining

postponement

of his case in local court

This source believes

the

case

Involved gambling.

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JOSEPH TANITSKY,

Aka "MICKEY"

42 Levering Cirole Drive

Cynsyd, Pa.

Telephone Number TE 9-7978

On payroll Gordon-Davis Linen Supply CO.

11th and Oxford Streets, Philadelphia,

Pa. s

POplar 3-2500

Philadelphia Police Department Number 289086

PH T-8, on February 8, 1962, stated that "MICKEY"

TANITSKY Is soliciting stops for BRUNO's Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

T-8 regards TANITSKY as a "political fixer" in local courts,

City of Philadelphia.

ToI reported TANITSKY was observed entering Penn Jersey

Vending March 1, 2 and 5, 1962.

Comments of this source appear under caption "Illegal

Activities" In this report.

May 141962, We CAL 18 tINg BRUNO OR APF11 27, 2962,

TANITSKY obtained BRUNO! Intercession on behalf of his

friend, JAY KATTELMAN. KATTELMAN dIspute with JOSEPH KANEFSKY,

also know as JOE KANE, 1s set forth under the names of the

disputing parties In this report.

on June 1, 1961, TANITSKY Informed SA JOSEPH A. VERICA

he Is employed as a solicitor and trouble shooter for GORDON-DAVIS

Linen Supply Company and has been so employed for the past ten

years.

He denied

any dealings with BRUNO.

TANITSKY 1s seen daily

at Broad

and

I Locust Streets, Philadelphia.

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RE: PHILIP TESTA (ICN) (I-1)

1010 Carpenter Street

FBI #222651

I on February T, 1902,

stated BRUNO contacted PHILIP

TESTA that date and TESTA told the source that he was going

to drive BRUNO to Trenton, N.J., that night.

T6 stated PHILIP TESTA waS ANGELO BRUNO's principal

lieutenant and trusted employee in BRUNO's illegal enterprises,

numbers, skylocking,

and often chauffeur and bodyguard. This

source,

8, 1962, stated that BRUNO needed a sum

of money in excess of

$2,000. He contacted TESTA and TESTA

immediately sent him the

money on this date within a period

of five minutes.

The source was of the opinion that TESTA

must be a depository for BRUNO.

On February 8, 1962, TESTA was observed entering

the office of Penn Jersey Vending, Ine.,

775 South 8th Street,:

where he conferred with BRUNO. BRUNO at this time had numerous

visitors known to the source as number writers and gamblers.

The identities of these parties will appear below.

T8 on February 14, 1962, stated that PHILIP TESTA

is presently

conducting skylocking activities as well as a

numbers business for BRUNO but the skylocking is being con-

ducted from TESTA's home on Carpenter Street.

T6 again observed TESTA entering Penn Jersey Vending,

Inc., (PJV) on February 14, 1962, where he conferred with

BRUNO.

Tl and T8, on March 2, 1962, advised that PHILIP

TESTA waS

then in the Skin and Cancer

room 203. This sourge reported on Narch 1962, that TESTA

• Philadelphia,

was to be released from the hospital on March 7, 1962.

T6, on March 9, 1962, advised that TESTA was pre-

sent at PJV where he conferred with BRUNO.

At this time, FRANK

MATTEO, aka Frank Mendal, Frank Sindone, Frank Narducci,

known to the source to be active in illegal lottery in Phila-

delphia.. Members also conferred with BRUNO at this time.

no confor

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T1, on March 9, 1962, reported TESTA visited BRUNO

after having just left the Skin and Cancer Hospital.

T8, on March 14, 1902,

Identified FRANK MONTE, Phila-

delphia Police Department #256868 who will be listed as one

of BRUNO's associates and identified above, was known to this

source as TESTA's "first Lieutenant in the numbers business.

Restaurant, 826 South 8th Street.

On March 23, 1962, T8 reported BRUNO was returning

to Philadelphia from

• Miami, Fla., and was to meet that evening

with TESTA" and FRANK IANNARELIA aka "SNUFFY" to discuss the

loss incurred due to the large number hits during the week

March 19-23, 1962.

aka Hank, Gie south oth street,

on March 24, 1962, stated that FRANK SANSONE,

Philadelphia PD #58863, turns

in his numbers plays to PHILIP

TESTA

The

approves the loan, according to this source.

BILL KATZMAN 1S

also known as BILL BALONEY, whose identity will be set out

above.

I-l, on March 30, 1962, observed TESTA entering PJV

where TESTA conferred with BRUNO. The purpose of this

conference not known to source.

on April 1, 1962, recalled FRANK D' ALPHONSO was

working for MARIO "SONNY" RICCOBENE in the

numbers business.

It was indicated that BRUNo did not like D'ALPHONSO "to be with"

RICCOBENE and BRUNO sent D'ALPHONSO a large sum of business,

Illegal lottery, in an effort to woo him away from RICCOBENE.

D'ALPHONSO declined the action and TESTA accosted D' ALPHONSO In

BRUNO's behalf because of D'ALPHONSO's actions.

This indicated

to this source that TESTA was still "ramroding" BRUNO's activities.

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T8, on April 2, 1962, observed TESTA visiting PJV.

on this date, the purpose of

the contact was unknown to the

source.

To, on April 4, 1962,

again saw TESTA entering PJV

where he conferred with BRUNC

and FRANK MATTEO concerning

numbers

activities.

T -3 on April 10, 1962, advised that TESTA met at

PJV with JAMES TURCO. The latter is a close associate of ANGELO

BRUNO who maintains a residence in Vineland, N.J., and has an

apartment in Philadelphia, Pa.

TESTA and TURCO discussed

financial matters and the refinancing of a "$40,000 deal" the

specifics of which were not known to the source.

T8, on April 11, 1962, advised that ADAM D'OLIO met

PHILIP TESTA at PJV for the purpose of going to another location

for a meeting.

The place of meeting and the nature of same was

unknown to source.

This source, on April 10, 1962, also

reported that evening that TESTA was to accompany BRUNO at approxi-

mately 7:10 p.m.

to see a friend in a local hospital.

T8, on April 16, 1962, reported

• that TESTA was

present at a

meeting at PJV with BRUNO and IGNAZIO DENARO. DENARO

indicated at the

time he was to accompany State Senator ANTHONY

DI SILVESTRO on April 17, 1962, the purposeof DENARO's trip

and the association with DI SILVESTRO is unknown to the source.

On April 17, 1962, I6 observed TESTA and BRUNO again

using the phone at Giardino

de Torino Restaurant even though

BRUNO had phones available to him at his place of business across

the street.

I-I, on April 24, 1962,

stated that FRANK MONTE, PHIL

TESTA, ANGELO BRUNO, CARL (PAPPY) IPPOLITO and JOHN SIMONE, aka

CASABLANCA, went to see "PONZI" true name MICHAEL CAMMAROTA who

was confied at the University Hospital.

SIMONE,

that date,

drove from Trenton, N.J., with IPPOLITO in SIMONE'& vehicle,

New Jersey Registration

T6, on April 25, 1902, shortly after noon, observed

TESTA With BRUNO in BRUNO'S car.

The same source, on April 27,

1962, advised he observed TESTA entering PJV where he conferred

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with BRUNO, NICHOLAS PICCOLO, aka NICKY BUCK, and ALFRED

IEZZI.

According to the

source, the conference concerned the

actions of "Little Nicky" whose identity is unknown to the

source, who desired to quit as a numbers writer for NICHOLAS

PICCOLO even though he was making between $100 and $125 a week.

"Little Nicky" had turned over his collection sheets to PICCOLO

on Thursday, April 26, 1962.

T6, on May 2, 1962, said he learned that TESTA, on

that date, had turned over to ANGELO BRUNO on that date a sum

of money.

At this time, JAMES TURCO was present. On May 3, 1962,

"Little Nicky" was summoned to PJV and there discussed the

actions of quitting PICCOLO with PHILIP TESTA and ANGELO BRUNO.

According to T6, on May 4, 1962, BRUNO, TESTA, and FRANK NICOLETTI

met at PJV on May 4, 1962, where BRUNO

arbitrated a situation

with

an individual unknown to the source.

T-5, on May 10, 1962, stated that TESTA again met

with BRUNO and FRANK NARDUCCI at PJV on this date.

SaM, whose

last name is unknown to the source who resides in Trenton, N.J.,

and is associated with CARL IPPOLITO at Trenton, N.J., called

on BRUNO this date requesting BRUNO intercede for him with

IPPOLITO to have IPPOLITO recover for him $15,000.

The $15,000

was borrowed from SAM by a friend of SAM and IPPOLITO:

On May 11, 1962, 18 observed TESTA attending a meeting

at 740 Christian Street at approximately 2:20 p.m. with BRUNO

and DENARO, NICOLETTI, and FRANK

SANNINI.

The meeting then

moved from

740 Christian Street to MARIO

RICCOBENE's luncheonette,

907 South 8th Street; however, TESTA did not attend the latter

meeting.

The source

stated that anyone passing RICOBENE'S

luncheonette at this time could hear BRUNo in a loud voice

shouting back at DENARO. The nature of the argument was not

known to the source; however

the source feels it may have been

over DENARO being interviewed on May 10, 1962, by the police

at 8th and Christian Streets.

T6, on May 11, 1962, stated that TESTA would accompany

BRUNO from PJV to the vicinity of 19th and Hoffman Streets

to see

"Big Frank" who operates a fruit store.

FRANK"S

true

identity is unknown to the source.. The purpose of this meeting

is unknown to the source.

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On May 15, 1962, T8 said TESTA and BRUNO conferred

at PJV shortly before noon

that date and he also met again

at ALFONSO MAIORIELLO's Barber Shop, 902 South 8th Street,

where BRUNO had a meeting with IGNAZIO DENARO and JAMES TURCO

at approximately 6:45 p.m.

T-21, on May 16, 1962,

statea BRUNO, TESTA, anc

TERCO left Philadelphia at midnight, May 15,

1962, for Atlantic

City, N.J., and BRUNO and TESTA returned to Philadelphia at

7:30 a.m. on May 16, 1962.

T8, on the

same date, reported

that BRUNO appeared

at PIV where a meeting was held at 3 p.m.

between BRUNO and JOSEPH PICCOLO, aka JOE BUCK, brother of

NICKY BUCK, and ALFRED IEZZI. TESTA was also in attendance

at this time.

T6, on May 17, 1962, stated he learned that

TESTA accompanied

ANGELO BRUNO to

the Garden State Race Track

for part of the afternoon of May 15, 1962.

Source did not

know whether BRUNO and TESTA won or

lost at wagering.

T-], on May 17, 1962, reported that TESTA again

attended a meeting with BRUNO and ALFRED IEZZI on that date

prior to 2 p.m.

IEZZI at this time requested BRUNO to inter-

cede for him with FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO. IEZZI desired to

disassociate himself from the operations of the 500 club,

Atlantic City, N.J.

TESTA was later seen with BRUNO, this

date, in the vicinity of 8th and Christian Streets, with

NICHOLAS PICCOLO, aka NICKY BUCK.

On May 18, 1962, I-8 reported that BRUNO, accompanied

by TESTA, went to see DE TULLIO in accordance with IEZZI'S

request.

IEZzI did not wish to accompany them when they went

to see DE TULLIO.

T8, on May 19, 1962, stated TESTA met with NICHOLAS

PICCOLO In the vicinity

of 8th and Christian Streets, 2:30 p.m.

while BRUNo at the same time talked with NORMAN FROMKIN at

Giardino de Torino Restaurant.

On May 19, 1962, I3 reported that PHILIP TESTA was

reminiscing on this

date and told the source that in the

beginning he had a store on gth Street which legitimatly earned

$5,000 or $6,000 a year but it proved to be a big problem of

"covering bills and all that.

TESTA stated he sold chickens

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to many other stores on 9th Street.

PHILIP TESTA said when

you start to gamble it is "no good."

He also said he could

probably open the store again but it "would only he sold."

TEST stated he does want

"something legit for his kids'

sake."

T6, on May 21, 1962, advised TESTA chauffeurea

BRuNo on this date to Bala-Tynwyah-i?79.

to see his accountant,

JOSEPH WILSON, JR., telephone MO

On May 22, 1962, BRUNO and TESTA met with ALFRED

IEZZI at which time IEZZI was informed BRUNO had conferred

with DE TULLIO who agreed that IEZZI could disassociate himself

with the members of the 500 Club in Atlantic City, N.J.

Thereafter, TESTA and BRUNO departed for Camden, N.J., 3:15 p.m.,

TESTA doing the driving.

T6, on May 24, 1962, advised that TESTA was driving

BRUNO, that afternoon after BRUNO had met with PAT MASSI, FRANK

NICOLETTI, LOUIS LALLI, and FRANK SANNINI at 740 Christian Street.

On May 25, 1962, T6 reported TESTA again met with

BRUNO at PJV approximately 11:20 a.m. and they departed there-

from at 12:35 p.m.

On June 1, 1962, T5 arranged to meet BRUNO at the

barber shop of ALFONSO MAIORIELLO, 902 South 8th Street, that

evening.

T5, on June 4, 1962, reported that TESTA chauffeured

BRUNO in Philadelphia on this date.

Il, on June 8, 1962, reported that TESTA met with

ANGELO BRUNO

at PJV on this date.

TESTA discussed recent police

personnel changes. TESTA Indieated that an unknown game,

gambling, was closing to which BRUNO stated that apparently

payoffs were greater then the action would bear.

On June 26, 1962, I5 stated that TESTA met with

BRUNO, FRANK NICOLETTI and CALOCERO SINATRA, the latter a visiting

Italian National whos the first cousin of

ANGELO BRUNO, at

PJV. This source reported another meeting with BRUNO on June 27,

1962, at PJV at which time IGNAZIO DENARO and TOMMY FOLEY, true

name RALPH KATZ, were present.

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JAVycas

RE :

VINCENZO TURCO, aka James

Turco, Jimmy Turco;

Lincoln Road, Vineland, N.J.

Vehicle:

Buick, New Jersey lags

CKC-155

Contacted: Philadelphia, Pa.

Telephone #: SA 6-7741

I6, on April 10, 1962, reported TESTA met with

JAMES TUROO and ANGELO BRUNO at

Penn Jersey Vending, Ine., (PJV)

April 9, 1962, where they discussed the sale and distribution

of cigarettes and cigarette vending machines and refinancing

a business involving $40,000 in connection with the vending

machine business.

The source ase reported on May 2, 1962,

that JAMES TURCO

again visited PJV and conferred with BRUNO

in the presence of other known gamblers from the Philadelphia

area.

T8 observed TURCO operating a Bulck, New Jersey tags

CKC-155. He met BRUNO this date, the nature of this business

was unknown to him.

On May 15, 1962, T8 stated TURCO conferred with BRUNO

before noon on this

date at PJV.

After 6 p.m,

• this date he met

with IGNAZIO DENARO, BRUNO and TESTA at the barber shop, 902

South 8th Street. TESTA and TURCO left at approximately 7:15 p.m.

after FRANK NICOLETTI and DENARO:

On May 16, 1962, T6 reported that BRUNO, accompanied

by TESTA and TURCO,

departed Philadelphia midnight,

1962,

and BRUNO aud TESTA returned approximately 7:30 a.m.,

May 16, 1962.

The place they visited and the purpose of

their visit are unknown to this source:

The source stated TURCO

returned after 1l a.m. on May 16, 1962, and conferred with

BURNO at PJV. At this time, TURCO was accompanied by FRANK

ATELLA, who is a partner to TURCO's nephew, known only to the

source

as TONY DUNDEE, in the clothing manufacturing business.

It appeared as though

FRANK ATELLA was making efforts to "push"

DUNDEE out of the business. The difficulties he encountered

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were being explained to BRUNO as they desired him to act as

arbitrator.

To, on May 17, 1962, advised JAMES TURCO visited

The nature of this meeting was not known and the

source was of the opinion it had some connection with BRUNO's

recent visit to Atlantic City, N.J. To reported that TUBCC

contacted by BRUNO on this date

and TIRCO was

to accompany

BRUNO and TESTA to see CHARLES COSTELLO at 8 p.m., May 18, 1962,

at Trenton, N.J.

According to the source, TURCO can be con-

tacted at Philadelphia at SA 6-7741.

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MAX WEISBERG,

aka WILLIE

Residence: 2601 Parkway,

Apartment 1010-A, Philadelphia, Pa.

FBI Number: 155 8826

Philadelphia Police Department

Number: 37025

Employment:

Sales Manager, Cadillac

Ilnen Service,

1015 North Bodine

Streets Philadelphia, Pa.

PH T-8 on February 8, 1962, saw MAX WEISBERG enter

Penn Jersey Vending. RUSSELL BUFALINO alsO entered to see

BrUNo at this tine..

The purpose of the visit was not known

to the source.

PH Tol on March 9, 1962, stated that WILLIE WEISBERG

and FELIX JOHN DE TULLIO solIcited and furnished exterminating

StOpS LOS ANGELO BRUNO'S SON MICHAEL.

This

same source on April 2, 1962, reported that

WEISBERG told him that BRUNO contacts

him concerning linen

supply stops.

BRUNO contacted WEISBERG on April 2, 1962, for

this purpose..

PH T-3 on April 22, 1962, saw

WEISBERG and SaMUEL

"CAPPY" HOFFMAN enter

Penn Jersey Vending April 12, 1962, and

confer with BRUNO.

This source stated that wEISBErG told him

he went to see BRUNO In an erfort to have BRUNO desist in

stealing stops from STAN HARRIS Vending, 508 West Venango

street.

WEISBERG indicated BRUNO did not extend him the

courtesy but indicated he, BRUNo, would continue to obtain

all the stops he possibly could.

This

same source observed weisberG visiting Brunc

again at fenn versey Vending on dune T 1902, but the purpose

was not known to the source.

PH T-б on Tune 20, 1962,

reported that WEISBER

na HorMaN obtained vending machine stops for SAM MARGOLI.

at the Saxony East.:

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JOSEPH A, WILSON and

JOSEPH A. WILSON, JR:

Accountants

Barclay Building

Telephone TE 9-6356

Bala Cynwyd, Pa.

Accountant, Bala Cynwyd, Pa., told PH

Garden

State Vending.

WILSON tOld him he was told by ANGELO BRUNO that

SUE BRUNO, ANGELO's wife, personally loaned Garden State Vending

$19,000.

Inasmuch as she

could not "show" any additional money,

GEORGE KATZ loaned Garden State Vending an additionäl $5,000

which KaTz gave to BRUNd, obtaining a demand payment note for the

same.

PH F-8 reported In March 1962 that JOSEPH A. WILSON was

then handling the accounting matters and SALVATORE AVENA, Attorney,

was handling the legal matters for Garden State Vending.

Further,

WILLIE and MARIE RIPKA, who were

che principals or windsor vending.

Camden, N.

I which company was succeeded by warden state venaing,

maintains proprietary interest in the latter company.

I-8 on March 11, 1962, reported he saw JOSEPH A. WILSON,

TR. Accountant, visIt BRUNO at

Penn Jersey Vending on this date.

On April 3, 1962, WIISON reviewed BRUNO's tax structure

with BRUNO, particularly as to BRUNO's dealings in Miami, Fla.

I-6 on April 10, 1962, said WIISON has and will continue

to handle the accounts of

Carden State Vending,

Camden, N. Jos

and

conferred with BRUNO on this date concerning these aecounts.

T-21 said JOE WILSON told him on Aprit 13, 1962, that

BRUNO was concerned with the inclusion of a $500 1tem In his in-

come tax return for 1961, whether 1t be included.

This source

sald he was not at liberty to disclose the detalls of this item,

and suggested WIISON

be interviewed concerning 1t.

ToL on May 2, 1962,

said BRUNO t01d him accountant JOSEPH

WILSON Instructed BRUNO to file & quarterly wage tax report to

City oi Philadelphia to show himselr as an employee or Garden State

Vending Company, Canden, N. Jo.

T-8 on May 21,

1962, saw PHILIP TESTA and ANGELO BRUNO

on this date leave 8th and Christian streets and drive to JOE

WILSON'S Office in Bala Cynwyd.

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SOLLY ZEIGER

Business FIrm of Herman Dubrow Diamonds

727 Sansom Street

Walnut 5-9992

T=18 stated on June 29, 1962, that SOLLY ZEIGER

is the brother of HARRY ZEIGER.

HARRY and HERMAN DUBROW

are partners in the firm of HERMAN DUBRON, Diamonds, 727

Sansom Street. SOLLY Is connected with the

firm, but T-18

does not believe he is a member nor does he know SoLLy's

capacity.

T-& stated ANGELO BRUNO contacts SOLLY at the

above company and purchased a diamond ring from soLLy on

April I1, 1962.

I-6 on

AprIl 17, 1962, reported FRANK IANNARELLA

went to the Camac Baths to give SOLLY. ZEIGER a message to

have ZEIGER Call BRUNO.

BRUNO did not wish to contact

ZEIGER directly.

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Penn dersey vending,

775 South 8th Street

Philadelphia, Pa.

Inc.

On June 27, 1902, T21 reported that Penn Jersey

Vending, Inc., 775 South oth Street, Philadelphia, 18 a

Pennsylvania

corporation which was formed at a meeting in the

offices of Attorney HERBERT K. FISHER, Market Street National

Bank Building, Philadelphia, Pa., on November 15, 1961,

the

original officers of this corporation being: ROLAND HAIG, 234

South 21st Street; ELIZABETH V. JONES, 525 West Dauphin Street;

and EILEIN COHEN, 6727 Harbison Street, all of Philadelphia.

corporation was formed with the sum of $5,000. Nine hundred

and ninety shares were issued to SUE BRUNO, wife of ANGELO BRUNO,

and ten shares were issued to MICHAEL BRUNO, son of SUE BRUNe.

The present officers of this corporation are as

follows:

MICHAEL GRASSO, JR.

President:

RALPH SCHWARTZ

Vice-President

SUE BRUNO

Secretary-Treasurer

MICHAEL BRUNO

Member of the Board

In addition, the above officers are also members of

the Board.

According to this source,

this corporation maintains

a checking account at the 8th and Christian Street branch of the

Broad Street Trust Company.

Aecording to a source, only two parties are permitted

to sign checks against the Penn Jersey Vending, Inc., they being

SUE BRUNO and RALPH SCHWARTZ.

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Penn Jersey,

account a balance in the 100 four figurer.

usually maintains in the checking

Applications for retail cigarette dealer's licenses

with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Revenue,

Bureau of Investigations and Collections, Cigarette Tax Section,

reflect Penn Jersey Vending, Inc. is assigned Plate Number 39533V.

There are approximately 119 vending machines on locations, which

locations and addresses of the same were furnished by Penn Jersey

Vending to the above Cigarette Tax Section. A copy of the same

has been obtained.

T-21, on the above date, has noticed two employees

working for Penn Jersey Vending. They are JOSEPH ESPOSITO, who

operates a 1958 Chevrolet delivery truck for Penn Jersey Vending,

and RALPH SCHWARTZ, who appears to be constantly in the offices

of Penn Jersey Vending.

One former employee known to this source 1s JOSEPH

MARTINO, who formerly worked for the M. Maggio Cheese Company

at 11th

and Washington Avenue, Philadelphia, as an accountant.

One additional 1956 one-half ton Chevrolet truck with

a lift:

Vending.

gate is also operated by the personnel of Penn Jersey

IANNARELLA delivering

T-21, T-6, T-8 and I-2 have frequently seen FRANK

or picking up cigarette vending machines

with the latter truck.

Both trucks have been purchased from the J. C. Vending

Company, CHARLES COSTELLO (BRUNO'& associate), at Trenton, N.J.

Penn Jersey Vending is a three-story building on the

corner of 8th and Catherine Streets, located on the northeast

corner of this intersection. The first floor is divided into two

offices, the front office being Penn Jersey Vending,

operated

by ANGELO BRUNO, and the rear office being occupied

by MICHAEI

BRUNO, the son of ANGELO, for his exterminating business, Globe

Exterminating Company.

divided into two apartments with two separate families occupying

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each apartment and these families are not related to BRUNO,

according to T-21.

The third floor is also divided into two

apartments, the front apartment being rented out and the back

apartment being used exclusively by ANGELO BRUNO, according to

From observation of BRUNO's offices on the first

floor, it appears the equipment consists of one money counter,

one adding machine, one filing cabinet, and two used desks.

The equipment in the Globe Exterminating Office, to

which BRUNO has access, 1s not visible from the public office

at this location.

Penn Jersey Vending apparently has a contract with

the Owl Protective Company, Inc., 120 North Camac Street, telephone

Locust 8-5770, which organization has wired Penn Jersey Vending

for burglary protection.

T-8, on February 8, 1962, reported that no one as

of that date was on the payroll of Penn Jersey Vendings Inc.

Inis source reported that this company has a gasoline account

with Frank's Esso Station at llth and Christian Streets.

The

operator of this station, FRANK (last name unknown to the source),

stated he has known FRANK to be a number writer in the past in

the City of Philadelphia.

MARTIN A. COOPERSMITH, CPA, 1521 Walnut Street,

Philadelphia, is the accountant employed by Penn Jersey Vending

to audit their accounts.

T-l6, on February 15, 1962,

said BRUNO Met atIFELIN JOHN

DE TULLIO'S Bar at 8th and Washington Avenue on February 14, 1962,

concerning Penn Jersey Vending, Inc. actions against other

cigarette venders. At this meeting were BRUNO, DE TULLIO, STANLEY

BAER, JOSEPH GREENSTONE, and JOSEPH RONCONI. BAER and GREENSTONE

own S & K Vending Machine Company, Inc.

stop

They wanted BRUNO to

stealing their stops in Philadelphia.

BRUNO indicated he

would take all the vending machines "or cigarette atops he could

get regardless of the individuals involved.

or

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of $3,336.64.

The check from IEZZI was drawn on the Metropolitan

securities. Ine., and has bank number of 3-1yo

This check was entered as a deposit to the account

of Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

T-2, on February 27, 1962, reported that "MIKE"

COSTELLO told him that ANGELO BRUNO wanted COSTELLO's location

for BRUNO's cigarette vending machine.

BRUNO told COSTELIO to

inform the vendor COSTELIO presently has that COSTELLO 1s going

out of business and no longer wants that vender's machine;

further, COSTELLO should determine the amount of money he owes

the vender, having borrowed initially to obtain the vendorg

machine, and BRUNO would give him that amount of money to pay

off the vender after COSTELLO obtained his contract with the

vender.

Thereafter BRUNO would install his machine in the same

location.

This source cited the above to reflect the ethics

Involved in obtaining cigarette locations where the operator at

that location has an existing contract with other vendors.

T-21 reported that ALFRED IEZZI loaned ANGELO BRUNO

an additional $2,500 in the form of a check, check number 155520,

dated March 9, 1962, and drawn on the Home Unity Savings and

Loan Association.

This amount was also entered as a deposit to

the Penn Jersey Vending, Inc. account.

T-6, on March 17, 1962, reported that the Chemical

Trust Company, 770 Broadway, New York City, N.Y., granted the

Garden State Vending Company»

Inc., of Canden,

N. J., a loan with

which BRUNO purchased forty-five new cigarette vending machines

from National Machines at St. Louis,

"This same source, on

March 23, 1962, stated that delivery of these machines was

made.

The source learned from a bank that Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.

Issued a check in the amount of $1,564 as payment for these

machines.

The said check was issued to BEN GOLOB, who operates

Garden State Vending Company, Ine, at Camden, N.J.

BRUNO,

according to this source, also owns a majority of the shares

Issued by Garden State Vending Company, Inc. at Camden.

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T-8, on April 2, 1962,

reported that CHARLES I.

COSTELLO, of the j& C Vending, 947 Southard Street, Trenton,

No, 05 21018 cheke nu Per Seney, Teare

ANGELO BRUNO,

3Ta, cleared the Broad

Street Trust at 8th and Christian Streets, Philadelphia, this

source believed.

It is to be noted, under the caption of "Associates"

In this report, BRUNO's practice of lending money to obtain

locations at which to place his cigarette vending machines is

clearly set forth.

"Also under this caption will be reflected

his practice of holding "court" with known gamblers and number

writers wherein he arbitrates differences. Many of the latter

are soliciting cigarette vending machine stops for BRUNO and

the

same 1s also reflected.

The transfer of title from the trucks purchased

by Penn Jersey Vending and the insurance covering the same are

handled by MICHAEL GRASSO, JR., Who operates a real estate office

I South Philadelphia. He, too, 1s Identified under the caption

of "Associates."

Currently, LOU LALLI, operator of Lally Music Machine

Company, is presently active with BRUNO in the Pern Jersey Vending,

Inc. in placing their respective machines, music machines and

cigarette vending machines respectively,

at many of the same

locations. Both LALLI and BRUNO, In many Instances, have shared

50-50 the cost of obtaining the particular location, whether 1t

be a loan with interest or without interest on the money loaned.

LALI! 1s also characterized under the caption of "Associates"

and

his aetivities noted thereim.

T-8 and To? have reported that BRUNO is not at

present drawing a salary from Penn Jersey Vending, Inc.; however,

he is on the payroll of Garden State Vending at Camden, N.J.,

according to these sources.

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PH I-8 reported in March 1962 that JOSEPH A. WILSON

was then handling the accounting matters and SALVATORE AVENA,

Attorney, was handling the legal matters for Garden State

Vending.

Further,

WILLIE and

MARIE RIPKA, who were the

principals of Windsor Vending, Camden, N.J. (which company was

succeeded by Garden State Vending) maintain a proprietary interest

in the latter company.

PH I-6 on March 2, 1962, stated he saw a check drawn on

the Broad Street Trust Company on this date in the amount of $5,000

payable to Garden State Vending Company and signed by GEORGE KATZ

as maker.

Katz on this date borrowed this amount of money from

the above bank to loan it to ANGELO BRUNO, according to this

source. To secure

the loan BEN GOLOB,

on behalf of Garden State

Vending, signed a "Demand Payment Note.' KATZ is to receive six

per cent interest on this loan quarterly.

PH I-8 on March 17 and 23, 1962, said GOLOB borrowed

money from & New York bank with which to purchase cigarette vending

machines from the National Machine Company, St. Louis, Mo.

The loan

was charged to Garden State Vending, but the machines were delivered

to and are in use at Penn Jersey Vending Ine., Philadelphia.

T-1 on May 2, 1962, said BRUNO told him accountant JOSEPH

WILSON instructed BRUNO to file a quarterly wage tax report to the

20 1120

City of Philadelphia to show hinself as an employee of Garden State

Vending Company, Camden, N.e.

On June 12, 1962, BEN GOLOB told PH T-2 he borrowed for

Garden State Vending

(ANGELO BRUNO) an additional $15,000 with

which to operate Garden State Vending. $5,000 was borrowed from

each of the following persons: Dr. JOSEPH FLORELLO, GEORGE KATZ,

and GOLOB's friend "SPADE."

He gave each a demand payment note.

Further, BRUNO initially loaned the company $20,000 and the

additional $15,000 indicated to the source that BRUNO presently

has $35,000 of his money tied up in Garden State Vending.

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ANGELO BRUNO's Land Purchase

Broward County, Fla.

EDWARD QUIROLO

327 East 109th Street

New York City

VINCENT TREMANUNNO, aka Vinny

New York City

PhiladelphIaiConfidential Informant I-8, on February 9,

1962, stated that an EDDIE, last name unknown, an undertaker from

New York City, met with ANGELO BRUNO to discuss ANGELO BRUNO'S

ED ANGELO

purchase of property.

This Informant also said that EDDIE on

March 8, 1962, visited ANGELO BRUNO again for the same purpose.

Philadelphia Confidential Informant T-l, during March

1962, advised that a friend told him about ANGELO BRUNO meeting

a person known only as eddie,

who was accompanied by an individual

named BENNY (phonetic). (It is believed that BENNY referred to

by I-1 is actually VINCENT TREMANUNNO, who is known as VINNY).

According to T-l, EDDIE is a funeral director, probably in

Brooklyn, N.Y., and has a wife, who has been operated on for a

sinus condition.

EDDIE's friend "BENNY" is also from New York,

according to T-1.

T-1 said that EDDIE and BENNY came to Philadelphia on

March hand acco Cheve the into, atton to received

from his friend, owned property in Broward County, Fla. This

property was formerly owned by IRVING B. CAREY and an individual

named WOLF.

opportunity to invest, but did not want to do so because it was a

deal where BRUNO would have to place the ownership in CAREY's name.

T-I said that he was told BRUNO related that he had fell into this

T-l said the delay in purchasing

the land was caused by difficulty in obtaining a clear title.

T-1

said that EDDIE and his friend had met with BRUNO to arrange a

financial sale, and BRUNO had mentioned when he purchased the land

he would not have to be present at the closing.

It was stated that

the land was being purchased from EDWARD in the hame of SUE BRUNO

and the wife of CARL (CARL "PAPPY" IPPOLITO).

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T-8 advised on May 19, 1962, that BEN GOLOB told ANGELO

BRUNO on May 19, 1962, that NORMAN FROMKIN was in the state of

New Jersey and had returned from the Dominican Republic.

stated to BRUNO and informant that he had met FROMKIN on the

just outside of Trenton,

evening of May 18, 1962s N.J.

at Howard Johnson's Restaurant, located

It was also indicated to Informant

that NORMAN FROMKIN is operating "Coney Island" in the Dominican

Republic on a lease basis from the government.

This lease is

expiring and an Individual from Miami, Fla., SONNY (INU), is currently

attempting to outbid FROMKIN in

the expiration of FROMKIN's lease.

It was indicated to informant that FROMKIN desired BRUNO to intercede

in his behalf to speak to SONNY as FROMKIN

was of the opinion BRUNO

was acquainted with SonNY.

T-6 advised on May 19, 1962, that NORMAN FROMKIN

and ANGELO BRUNO were observed by hin during the afternoon of

May 19, 1962,

entering Giardino del Torino Restaurant, located

at 8th

and Catherine Streets, Philadelphia, Pa.

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CARD GAMES

PH T-6 reported on March 26, 1962, that "SONNY" RICCOBENE

has a lunch giganette, 90o south sth Street in the firat floor mladle ro

to T-6 as

unknown haven

game has been conducted. There were games

there on the evenings of March 24 and 25, 1962, and on the first of

those nights an unknown player lost $2,500.00. Person known only

"CHUCK" won between $4,000 and $5,000.

a,a 050000.

This game was

formerly run by BILL BELARDO at 908 Fitzwater Street, but moved

to RICCOBENE's because of police action.

Persons known to T-6 to

have participated in the game on March 25, 1962, are FRANK IANNARELLA;

SONNY RICCOBENE, who bankrolled the game; FRANK SINDONE; "JOE GIBBONS;"

JOE LA ROSA; FRANK NARDUCCI; "LITTLE FRANK," who 1s a bookmaker.

To indicate that the game is run by SONNY RICCOBENE, PH T-3

said that on March 28, 1962, BRUNO told him of a conversation with

FRANKIE, believed to be FRANK MONTE, concerning the ziganette game.

MONTE and RICCOBENE had

become involved in an argument about play

at the game on March 23, 24, and 25, 1962, the details of which

BRUNO did not give.

BRUNO said that the game was SONNYs and that

MONTE had no part of 1t. He told FRANK to stay where he belonged,

mind his own business, and let SONNY take care of the game.

On March 31, 1962, PH I-1 learned from FRANK IANNARELLA

that there had been some discussion about the division of the profits

and it was mentioned that among the expenses was $20.00 to at least

one policeman, presumably for protection. It was not specified for

how long a period $20.00 was good.

T-6 said on March 31, 1962, that on orders of the police

the ziganette game had been moved from RICCOBENE' luncheonette

the basement of a residence nearby, the address of which was unknown

to I-6.

On April 2, 1962, FRANK MONTE told I-5 that a few days

previously he made

$587.00,

of, which he gave $50.00 to the police

and $20.00 a piece to AL and REDS.

One of these took care of the

door and one

brought sandwiches and coffee.

That left FRANK with

five

"slips of $80.00 a piece. FRANK mentioned making $497.00 in

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Loan Sharking

PH T-6 reported on March 29, 1962, that BRUNO loaned

$2,500 cash to the owners of the Open Door Cafe, 12th and Locust

Streets, which opened March 26.

These owners were WILLIE WEIS

Ine to the source, WEaSEl, KOMAl; and tAsk are undertoner

SAMUEL HOFFMAN, SOLLY GLEaNER, and JOE KANErSKY.

owners. In return for the loan, one of BRUNO's cigarette vend-

ing machines was placed in the bar.

The loan is being repaid at

the rate of $60.00 per week, and it is the opinion of PH T-6

that this 1s a loan sharking operation.

PH I-8 reported that $500 was loaned to the owner of

being repaid

Pat's Bakery, 15th and Dickiason Sure and that this loan 1s

at $10.00 per week.

belleves that this 1s

also loan sharking money.

On April 21, 1962, PH T-6 said that FRANK SANNINI and

IGNAZIO DENARO are both close associates of BRUNO as well as be-

ing friends of each other.

Between 1946 and 1953, DENARO worked

with DOMINICK POLLINA, also an associate of BRUNO, In loan shark-

ing,

and SANNINI had worked for him as recently as the latter

part of 1961.

PH T-8 has advised that it is common practice in the

cigarette vending machine business to loan money to the owners

of locations where machines are placed.

This practice is carried

on by BRUNe's business, the Penn Jersey Vending Company. PH 1-8

says that, in his opinion, these loans are made at loan shark

rates:

On March 3, 1962, BILL INU, according to PH T-l, asked

ANGELO BRUNO for a loan,

the amount of which he did not specify.

BILL was opening a place at 808 South 9th Street and commented

that he is fifty-five jears old and this must have been the

fifty-fifth place he has opened.

BRUNO did not think that the

spot was good or that it would last very long because the police

would "burn the

place out in no time,

but BILL appeared not to

be worried and said he believed he would make money

BRUNO ap-

proved the loan and arrangements were made for BILL

to repay it

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ATAN

Numbers

on October 31, 1961, PH T-6 reported that JOHN GIRGENTI

is an office

and pickup

man for ANGELO BRUNO's numbers operation.

According to PH T-6, JOHN 1s single,

lives in Camden, N. J., and

frequents the area of Broad and Mifflin Streets.

PH T-29 on November 22, 1961, said that PHIL TESTA 1s

in charge of BRUNO's numbers operations

in Philadelphia, and that

JOHN SIMONE, aka JOHNNIE CASABLANCA, and JOSEPH POLLESTRELLI,

BUMPERS, handle BRUNO's operations in Trenton, N. J.

On April 16,

1962, and again on May 16, 1962, the same source said that TESTA

continued to operate BRUNO's numbers business.

PH T-8 has related a number of instances of large amounts

of money being handled by associates of BRUNO, sometimes ät BRUNO's

place of business, Penn Jersey Vending Company, in connection with

numbers operations.

For example, on February 28, 1962, FRANK MONTI

brought a large sum of money to Penn Jersey Vending which he gave

to FRANK IANNARELLA and from which MONTI, himself, took $1200.

PH T-6 said that there were occasions when BRUNO's num-

bers business suffered large losses.

Between March 19 and March

23, 1962, TESTA and IANNARELLA were hard hit and on March 23,

1962, when he returned from Miami, BRUNO met with them to dis-

cuss

the situation.

JACOB KATZMAN, aka BILL BALONEY, suffered

proved losses during the week, March 18 - 24, 1962, and BRUNO ap-

a loan to him of $2500, which TESTA actually gave him.

KATZNAN 1s repaying this at the rate of $250 a week.

PH T-3 has reported that FRANK MATTEO is a regular vi-

sitor at the fenn Jersey vending Company,

and PH T-8 says he is

In the numbers business.

On March 9, 1962, MATTEO advised PH T-

that he was quitting "them" because

of problems with them, as he

had been backing business himself and had not made a quarter. He

said that If ANGELO BRUNO wanted the business

MATTEO would give

1t to him.

MATTEO said the business ran about 900 or a thousand

and he would be happy with 20 or 25 per cent.

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BOOKMAKING

BRUNO told PH T-1 that on March 27, 1962, PHIL TESTA

told him that two men, AL PATRONE and SONNY D'ANGELO, the latter

a butcher Irom atlantic city, N.J, who owns some horses, were

able to get some kind of solution which could be injeeted

horses to make them run fastor. The solution 1s injected into

in abut on

into

jugular vein and, according to what TESTA told BRUNO, 18

used in claiming races.

It was BRUNO's understanding that PATRONE and D'ANGELO

secured the substance from a doetor.

They needed $2,500.00 and

thought perhaps BRUNO could provide them with it.

BRUNO

felt that

if anybody knew whether the solution would work it would be FELIX

BOCCHICIO because he is acquainted with jockies and horses and

tried the substance without it doing any good.

PH T-8 advised on March 23, 1962, that RALPH KATZ, aka

Tommy Foley,

brother of GEORGE KATZ, who is the manager of record

of heavyweight challenger SONNY LISTON, is taking horse bet action

on behalf of ANGELO BRUNO.

FRANK D'ALPHONSO told PH T-6 on April 1, 1962, that he.

had been booking horses and sports on his own

and that someone

unexpectedly gave him $500.00 a day In business. When FRANKIE

inquired why It was being given to him, he was told that ANGELO

BRUNO had ordered 1t done.

about his past, mentioned that he,

(EDWARD BRAYLINSKI) and "a guy by

the name of HARVEY," had each ownec

25% of the Grand Hotel in Miami, Fla.

The place had

23 rooms, a bar

and a horse room. Since they knew nothing about running a hotel,

they sold the rooms to IRVING CAREY and they ran the horse room,

with which they did very well, until the law closed down horse rooms

in Miami.

They bought the lease from JOE MASSI (?) and DAVIE GLASS.

BRUNO said that in 1947 and 1948 Miami was wide open and all the

hotels had horse rooms. BRUNO commented that rackets are a thing

of the past and sooner or later there would be a law that would

put numbers and horse booking entirely out of business.

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PONTINA

On May 31, 1962, BRUNO told PH T-3 that in the past he

had been booking sports, numbers, and horses and had dealt with

ABE GLASSMAN.

MISCELLANEOUS

PH T-6 said that in early February 1962, BRUNO needed

$2,500.00 cash in a hurry and sent FRANK NARDUCCI

to PHIL TESTA with

Instructions to bring the money in the largest bills he had. TESTA

returned to BRUNO's place of business in about five minutes with

the money, Indicating that somewhere In the immediate neighborhood

of Penn Jersey Vending Company there is a large amount of cash

available for emergencies.

PH T-1 said that on March 6, 1962, BRUNO was asked by

one EDDIE to back his bookmaking business.

EDDIE books sports,

including horses and baseball.

SOLLIE, possibly SOL GLEANER, had

been backing him for 25% but deeided to quit, leaving EDDIE with

no one to back his business. BRUNO ascertained that ED did not owe

ANTONIO POLLINA any money; that he had been on the cuff for about

$4,400 but has cleared it up.

BRUNO recognized this incident as

being connected with "those fellows over the river," probably meaning

New Jersey and told ED that he would make inquiries and thought he

could get a good man for

him.

On April 18, 1962, PH T-3 reported that in 1935 BRUNO

was convicted for operating a still and Internal Revenue levied

a tax of $14,000 or $15,000. BRUNO engaged a lawyer familiar with

Word ane are has

taxes and apparently settled the obligation for $50.00, securing

a receipt.

In 1952 BRUNO was tried but found not guilty in a

conspiracy ase, the details of which T-3 did not know.

In that

ease Internal Revenue made a levy of $34,000, attached his bank

account, and his safe deposit box, but again

, BRUNO engaged an

attorney and won the action.

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ANGELO BRUNO's Interest in Boxing Activities

1.

CHARLES SONNY LISTON, 5785 DUNLAP STREET,

PHILADELPHIA 40, PA.

WORLD HEAVY WEIGHT

CONTENDER, FBI #272 767 B, PHILADELPHIA

POLICE DEPARIMENT #344 155, DATE OF BIRTH

MAY 8g 19332 AT LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS

PH T-6 advised on December 12, 1961, that GEORGE

KATZ,

who was then the manager of record of SONNY LISTON,

had several secret meetings with ANGELO BRUNO.

It was informant's

opinion that these meetings between KATZ and BRUNO were held

to discuss KATZ's interest in the future earnings of SONNY LISTON.

PH T-1, T-3, and T-5 advised that ANGELO BRUNO and

GEORGE KATZ discussed FRANK PALERMO,

LISTON on February 6, 1962;

February"8,

1962; February 13, 1962; and February 28, 1962.

SR-4962; February 10,

and CHARLES SONNY

The above

sources advised on the above mentioned dates that it is their

belief that SONNY LISTON'S ownership lies principally in

PALERMO and that pleces were originally designated for GEORGE

KATZ and SAM "SAPPY" MARGOLIS, close associates of FRANK

PALERMO, SR.

T-5, on the above dates, further advised that KATZ

contacted BRUNO in an effort to secure his, KATZ'S, interest

in LISTON's futuré purses.

It appeared that KATZ

was greatly

worried that he would not

for by his contract

foot his con pact entor the remater a tee contractual

KATZ was attempting not only

period but also three per cent of the purses earned in the post-

contractual period.

It was informant's opinion on the above-

mentioned dates that BRUNO will ultimately decide what KATZ's

share will be of the future earnings of LISTON.

Both T-l and T-3 advised,

on the above-mentioned dates,

that BRUNO will receive none of the monies earned by LISTON

but is acting on behalf of GEORGE KATZ because of his, BRUNO's,

position in Philadelphia's racket circles.

T-I advised on May 3I, 1962, that he had learned that

GEORGE KATZ held a meeting with ANGELO BRUNO concerning FRANK

PALERMO, SR., SONNY LISTON, and SAMUEL "SAPPY" MARGOLIS.

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KATZ complained about the way he was being treated by PALERMO,

MARGOLIS, and PALERMO's attorney, MORTON WITKIN, who is also

SONNY LISTON's attorney. KATZ further complained to BRUNO that

an agreement was set up whereby ten per cent would be taken off

the top of LISTON's earnings for all expenses.

T-l then stated,

that for reasons unknown to him, KATZ is dissatisfied with this

agreement and feels that he is being taken advantage of by

MARGOLIS and PALERMO.

KATZ reminded BRUNO, on May 31, 1962, according to

T-1, that when he met with BRUNO and JIMMY (not further identified)

at the Giardino Del Torino Restaurant, they agreed that JIMMY

would get ten per cent and KATZ would get three per cent. BRUNO

denied that this deal was made and stated that three per cent

was not good enough for KATZ and that he was trying to do the

best for KATZ.

BRUNO reminded KATZ that he could have had a

piece of LISTON if he wanted to but that he refused it.

• He

further reminded KATZ that he accepted the original agreement

despite the fact that he,

BRUNO, advised him not to accept it

and that he, BRUNO is now "over

"barrel."

BRUNO advised KATZ;

reportedly,

that it is too late for him, BRUNO, to do anything,

Inasmuch as he, KATZ, had already reached an agreement without

BRUNO knowing about it.

However, T-l advised BRUNO assured

KAT that he would again deal with PALERMO on behalf of KATZ

that would be to KATZ's satisfaction. " BRUNO criticized KATZ

for

making derogatory comments to newspaper reporters about

boxing officials because they represented "the powers to be"

and KATZ's statements alienated the boxing officials as friends.

"T-8 advised

.. ANGELO BRUNO

LISTON's training camp some

through 19, 1962.

contact with SONNY LISTON.

Informant did not know the purpose of AVENA's

on June 21, 1962, T-3 advised that ANGELO BRUNO discussed

CHARLES SONNY LISTON with SALVATORE AVENA.

It appeared to the

informant that AVENA was assisting FRANK PALERMO, Sha contract

SAMUEL MARGOLIS in their efforts to properly draw up

for LISTON's bout

with World Heavy Weight Title Champion FLOYD

PATTERSON scheduled for September 25, 1962, at Comiskey Park,

Chicago, Ill. It was Informant's opinion that a dispute arose

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CANFIDENTIAL

PH T-3 saia that ANGELO BRUNO told him that on May 9,

wife of EDWARD WALKER

1962, BRUNO was visited by GLORIA WAIKHA Teamsters Union. Ac

Business Agent of Philadelphia Local 107,

cording to BRUNO,

week. The business was operated chiefly by GLORIA because her

husband is occupied with

union duties.

She had visited BRUNO to

ask him for advice regarding an offer

of $11,500 for the machines,

the route, and the good will.

"According to BRUNO,

the machines

were worth $7300 and it is customary to get thirty times the

"week-

ly income when selling a route.

GLORIA also had an offer from

LOU INU of $10,500 with some guarantees that made it a worthwhile

offer.

BRUNO decided that if she could get $11,500,

she could

sell it at that, but, if

, then LOU should get next preference

with his offer.

BRUNO said he told GLORIA to talk the matter

over with

"EDDIE" and let him know what

they had decided.

On March 13, 1962, according to PH T-1, BRUNO was re-

quested by LOU INU to call EDDIE WALKER, of the Teamsters Union,

to see if he could get steady employment for a friend of LOU

named GEORGE WALLACE who was then working irregularly.

Inquired what he would say if EDDIE told him that WALLACE belongs

"The Voice

"This is a dissident

group in Local 107 opposed

to the leadership of RAY COHEN, Secretary-Treasurer of the Local,

and WALKER.

LOU said he had already determined that WALLACE war

not a member of "The Voice."

BRUNO told LoU that he had not been

able to get in touch with EDDIE WALKER for the past couple of

weeks and even WALKER's wife was unable to contact him.

said that he has "YATCH" (IGNAZIO DENARO) watching from across

the street for EDDIE:

He then secured GEORGE WALLACE's address,

1445 Doris Road, Roslyn, Pa.

pH T-8 said that on May 28,

1962, BRUNO was visited by

SAM CARIOLA, who is in the Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union Ir

Buffalo, N. Y•

During the visit, according to PH T-3, BRUNO con-

tacted a person belleved to be LOU CAMPBELL, Camden,

said, in reference to CARIOLA,

"they"

want to make him a

Business Agent,

but have not been able

to place him

i In a spot.

BRUNO described SAM as "real solid and strictly an organization

" He said that "they" are trying to pull away from the or-

ganization and affillate with the AFI-CIO.

"BRUNO then arranged

to meet CAMPBELL late in the day, presumably to discuss the matter

further with him.

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case MARANCA would not "get hurt." BRUNO estimated he might get

three months, possibly six, or get off altogether.

on March o, 1902, BRUNO told PH T-3 that things had not

gone according to plan, and that instead of pleading guilty

MARANCA, on the insistence of his attorney, had askea for a Jury

trial and had been found guilty.

BRUNO said that he had discussed

the matter with AL (SCHWARTZ the bondsman,

according to PH T-9),

and MORRIS STARR, a Democratic City Committeeman, STARR,

according to T-9, has the reputation of being a fixer and contaet

man in City Hall.

He is a former Philadelphia County Detective.

On March 7, 1962, BRUNO talked with MARANCA, his wife,

and RICHARD SATANO about the matter.

BRUNO pointed out that he

knew at the beginning the case could not be beaten and that it

had been arranged for MARANCA to plead guilty. He said he had

taken RALPH to see somebody on the

previous evening and had asked

would be

Apparently this person

indicated that It would cost about $800 but that there would be

no guaranty. Without going into detail, BRUNO then indicated that

for a pay-off of $3,000 MARANCA could avoid a sentence. It was

SALANO were both instructed to tell their lawyer they wished to

out all right." MARANCA received a suspended sentence of six months

and apparently a fine to be paid in thirty days.

T-3 believed

that the person whom BRUNO and MARANCA visited on the evening of

who 18, 1962, WaS BARNEY BROOKS, 1900 Pernsylvanda Boulevard,

a clerk in the Philadelphia County Courts assigned chiefly

to securing lodging and transportation for visiting judges in

Philadelphia.

Discussing the matter on May 17, 1962, MARANCA told

PH T-5 that

was

"fIxed, "the conviction on the liquor charge in Mareh, 1962,

3. FRANK SINDONE

PH T-8 advised that on April 17, 1962, SINDONE told him

that he and FRANK NARDUCCI were stopped by two policemen while

driving a car and were released after giving each policeman $10.

According to T-8, both SINDONE and NARDUCCI are engaged in numbers.

SINDONE appeared disgusted because he was already paying $40 a

month protection for his activities.

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