San Joaquin County Biographies
Ref: Page 1500
Transcribed by: Linda Diane Jackson 10/23/2009
FRANK R. CAPURRO
An interesting Stocktonian is Frank R. Capurro, who was born in that city on April 27, 1864, the son of Joseph and Maria Capurro, both natives of Italy. The father, who was highly esteemed by all who knew and had dealings with him, is deceased, but the mother, the center of a devoted circle, is still living at the age of seventy-nine. She resides in the old home on East Sonora Street, which has been the residence of the family for over fifty years. Joseph Capurro and his brother Manuel sailed around Cape Horn from Italy in 1851, and when they reached Stockton they engaged in furnishing mules for the hauling of supplies to the southern mines. Their corrals and stables covered a whole block, for they had from 2,000 to 3,000 mules in service, and for years did a flourishing trade. In later years the father was foreman for Marcus De Blaineville, who conducted a warehouse and commercial business on the water-front.
Frank R. Capurro attended the Lafayette and Franklin schools, and at the age of sixteen learned the trade of a barber, which he has followed ever since. He opened his first shop thirty-eight years ago with Jack Carter as a partner, on Center Street, opposite the Russ House; and such has been his standing in the community as a reliable citizen that for a number of years he has acted as interpreter in the Superior Courts of San Joaquin County as well as Police Court and the District Attorney's office.
When Mr. Capurro married he chose for his bride Miss Lizzie Cotter, a native daughter, born in Stockton, and a member of a well-known pioneer family. Mr. and Mrs. Capurro enjoy an enviable popularity.
History of
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY
CALIFORNIA
With A
Biographical Review
of
The Leading Men and Women of the County Who Have Been
Identified with Its Growth and Development
from the Early Days to the Present
HISTORY BY
George H. Tinkham
HISTORIC RECORD COMPANY
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
1923
San Joaquin County Biographies ~ Archive Biography Index ~ Archive Index
Copyright © 1996-2011; This Web page is sponsored by Supporters on behalf of the California portion of The USGenWeb Project by The Administrative Team of the CAGW. Although believed to be correct as presented, if you note any corrections, changes, additions, or find that any links provided on this page are not functioning properly please contact the Archive Coordinator for prompt attention to the matter.