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Part of the problem was that we were looking for a surname that we knew existed in the town. If he was of uncertain parentage, his surname was probably the invention of some town official.
Anyway, I'm happy you were able to find the document, Jim.
In Italy Christmas is usually dedicated to family, while New Year's eve is spend to have fun and celebrate with friends. The most common tradition for New Year's Eve it's called "Veglione" that literally means "The Big Stay Awake". A Veglione is usually organized in restaurants, hotels or clubs and...