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This photo is another picture of the train school of Omaha, Nebraska, belonging to Josephine Lomeier. Bell Cathro, the teacher, is fond in memory of many of the Italian-Americans who attended this school. The school was integral to the Little Italy…

This coin, reading "Aletta & Alemagna," was good for one loaf of bread at the Salvatore Aletta & Co. grocery store in Little Italy. Josephine Lomeier recalls nine grocery stores being in Little Italy around this time. The business was opened in 1910…

This is a picture of Bernard Calandra in his uniform to commemorate his time in service during World War I. He served as a paramedic.

This pamphlet is from the inaugural dinner of the Santa Lucia Festival Committee of Omaha, Nebraska. Dating back to 1974, this dinner was the golden anniversary. The pamphlet contains information about the festivities, the food, and the entertainment…

Bernard Calandra served as a paramedic during World War I. Here, he is photographed at a hospital while in the service.

This photo pictures members of Josephine Lomeier's family, the Caniglia's. Attached is another picture of the back of the photo which lists the names of the individuals.

This is a certificate that accompanied a medal to commemorate Benedetto (Bernard) Calandra's participation in the Italo-Turkish War. It was by the decree of the crown that the recipient of this medal was authorized to wear it.

This is a postcard Bernard sent his family while he was serving in the Italo-Turkish War. It says that he sends his best and to give kisses.

This is the original store opened by Bernard Calandra on 15th and Douglas in Omaha, Neb. Calandra Camera Company would eventually grow into at least 28 stores in different state by the time the company was sold in 1972.

Bernard Calandra bought this pony when he first came to Omaha, Neb. as a part of his small photography business. He went around the neighborhood knocking on doors, asking parents if their children wanted a photo. These pictures were his source of…