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John Marzetti Collection
Description: Photographic reproduction of a portrait depicting John and Mariah Marzetti and their children, Joseph, Mary, John, Edward and Ella, of Columbus, Ohio, ca. 1885-1886. John Marzetti (1836-1899) immigrated to Ohio from Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, and arrived in Columbus in 1861. According to "A Centennial History of Columbus and Franklin County, Ohio," Marzetti made his fortune as a fruit vendor in downtown Columbus before investing in real estate and becoming a major figure in the city during the second half of the 19th century. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AL02906
Subjects: Family; Other--Family History; Immigration and Ethnic Heritage; Columbus (Ohio)--History--19th century
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)