Italian American Heritage Month: Adriana Caselotti

Adriana Caselotti was born into an operatic family. 

Her father Guido, an immigrant from Italy, taught music in New York City. Her mother Maria, originally from Naples, sang at the Royal Opera. Her sister Louise was a noted opera singer & voice teacher. 

At 18, she was chosen by Walt Disney to voice Snow White in his first full-length animated feature Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs (1937). He had been looking for a fresh as well as natural voice and asked her father if any of his students might be suitable. Upon hearing Adriana's voice, he realized his search was over. 

In the days of studio contracts and indenture, Walt wanted to keep the mystery of Snow White's voice, so except for a bit part in The Wixard of Oz (1939), she didn't do any other film work but later she did some voice over work. When comedian Jack Benny wished to have her appear on his radio show, Walt refused as he owned the voice and it couldn't be used anywhere else. 

She tried opera singing, invested in real estate and the stock market while living a full life.

Just In Case You Were Wondering . . .

 

NJ Free Of Non-Citizen Voters? Don't Bet On It!

Sen. Michael Testa

New Jersey State Senator Michael Testa (R-Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland) criticized Governor Mikie Sherrill for refusing to confirm that there are no non-citizens on New Jersey’s voter rolls, arguing that her inability to provide a definitive answer underscores the need for stronger election safeguards. Governor Sherrill made the comment during an appearance on WNYC’s Ask the Governor.  

“The Governor’s refusal to definitively confirm that our voter rolls are free of non-citizens is exactly why we need common-sense safeguards like voter ID,” said Senator Testa. “It is completely unacceptable that, with just days before the midterm elections, these basic security questions remain unanswered and legislation to address them has not been enacted. It has been months since the Democrats’ voter fraud scandal came to light, yet Governor Sherrill and the Democratic legislative majority have failed to act.”

Senator Testa, a sponsor of S-68 which would establish voter ID requirements in New Jersey’s elections, said the Governor’s response highlights why lawmakers must act to ensure the integrity of the state’s election process.

“Governor Sherrill has publicly voiced support for voter ID. It’s time for her and the Democrats to put their money where their mouth is and pass S-68,” Senator Testa continued. “New Jersey residents deserve confidence that our elections are free, fair, and secure.”

Angry About Gas Prices? Take A Look At THIS!

 

What The Hell's In Store For Wanamaker's?

The Situation In NYC? From Bad To Worse!

We went 15 straight years without a single instance of graffiti on the sacred WTC 9/11 Memorial, and then the communist politicians AOC and Mamdani laughed their asses off at the memorial and the very next month commies are desecrating it for the first time. Probably nothing. I warned you they would destroy your history. They do not love your country. They do not share your values. Communists are not normal. They are not democrats. They're not liberals. They are spiteful malcontents who revile beauty and dignity and liberty and all the things that made America the greatest and most dominant civilization in the universe.

— Spencer Pratt (@spencerpratt) October 28, 2026

Amazing: First MILLION Barrels Of Oil!

“This historic win gives us control over a massive part of the world’s oil supply.” – President Donald J. Trump

Yesterday in Corpus Christi, Texas, President Donald J. Trump announced the arrival of the first million barrels of oil secured by the Trump Administration as part of the President’s historic Venezuela oil deal—with all oil coming into America at no cost to the United States or the American taxpayer.   This first shipment of oil will be refined in the Lone Star State, supporting American jobs, and increasing domestic supply to lower Americans’ prices at the pump.   From Alaska to Texas, President Trump is unleashing America’s energy dominance—making the Western Hemisphere the energy capital of the world—and Americans will benefit as gasoline and diesel prices come plummeting down!

President Trump’s bold foreign policy is driving America First wins: this deal more than doubles our strategic reserves—delivering 65 billion barrels in total, dramatically bolsters our oil supply, and helps deliver lower gas prices for the American people—costing taxpayers nothing! No other President and no other Administration could deliver such historic results for the American people. President Trump continues to secure major deals to unleash energy dominance and reverse the Democrats’ failed anti-energy and Green New Scam policies to cut energy costs for all Americans.

Italian American Heritage Month: Robert Venturi

 

Confiremd: Trump Delivers Record Drop In Crime!

President Donald J. Trump is delivering on his promise to restore law and order. According to the DOJ’s National Crime Victimization Survey, violent crime PLUMMETED in 2025 under President Trump compared to 2024 and the lawlessness Americans witnessed during the Biden Administration. Under President Trump, Americans have seen the largest one-year reduction in violent crime in the report’s history.  This is the direct result of having President Trump at the helm— a leader who respects LAW AND ORDER and puts the safety and security of the American people first.  After securing the border, deporting dangerous criminal illegal aliens, respecting our law enforcement officers, and cracking down on drug trafficking, crime is dropping at a historic rate.

Meanwhile, as President Trump makes our communities safer, Radical Democrats continue to put criminals over law-abiding Americans, backing policies like cashless bail, abolishing prisons, open borders, and dangerous sanctuary city policies that threaten public safety.  The results prove that President Trump and Republicans are delivering safer streets, where Radical Democrats delivered lawlessness, open borders and no respect for the rule of law in this country.

CRIME PLUMMETS ACROSS AMERICA UNDER PRESIDENT TRUMP: •    NON-FATAL VIOLENT CRIME DOWN 25%  •    AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DOWN 31% •    ROBBERIES DOWN 27%  •    BURGLARY AND TRESPASSING DOWN 25%  •    MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT DOWN 30%  •    PROPERTY CRIME DOWN 19%  These dramatic declines demonstrate the impact of President Trump’s commitment to cracking down on crime, holding criminals accountable, and making American communities safer.

Italian American Heritage Month: Giulianna Tesoro

Did you know that there was a famous woman inventor who obtained more than one hundred and twenty-five patents? Her name was Giuliana Cavaglieri Tesoro, and she helped to make great strides in the field of fiber and textile chemistry. Many of the fibers you use today and textiles you wear would not have been possible without her.

With a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Yale University, she was able to work in many areas of chemistry for industrial companies. She also held a position as a research professor at Polytechnic University in Brooklyn, New York.

Through her work and research, she developed processes to prevent static accumulation in synthetic fibers, designed flame-resistant fibers, pioneered improved permanent press properties for textiles and discovered ways to make new manufacturing projects run at peak operation and efficiency. Tesoro held her more than one hundred twenty-five patents in areas related to organic compounds and textile processing.

Like many women working in technical fields during her time, she entered a profession that was often male-dominated. Her accomplishments demonstrate persistence, expertise, and the ability to succeed through dedication to research and innovation.