On Saturday, January 14, 2017 3:22 PM, I received the below letter with the sad news of the fire at the Sons of Italy Hall.
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“Dear members and friends of Sons of Italy
On Friday afternoon, the fire at the hall caused extensive damage to the interior (bar, kitchen, and storage room, as well
as smoke and water damage of the building.
President Pruse has been notified and is in contact with the Organizations’ officers.
At this time, we do not know the cause of the fire.
Our insurance company/agent will work with the insurance adjuster to determine the plan of action.
The building was secured Friday evening, as well as being winterized to prevent further damage.
The State and Colombo Lodge will provide updates as they come available.
George V. Grillo”
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The Sons of Italy Foundation was founded in 1959. The hall had three dining rooms. The main floor seated 236. The Ceschia room seated 82 and the basement seated 72.
The Thursday lunches were renown in Omaha as watering holes for politicians and the site of many a business deal, making this truly an Omaha tradition.
You can read more of this philanthropic organization with our OmahaNebraska.com interview of the Omaha chapter of Sons of Italy at:
