Michael Saba
Vermont Academy Football Game
another clipping
The Lion’s Club
I’m not sure who this belonged to but I remember that Alfred (my Grandfather) was very involved in the Lion’s Club, but so was Edward. Though they lived and were involved in Willimantic they use to also own a Business (Saba’s Cleaners) in Stafford Springs, CT.
Phosy’s Package Store
Phosy’s Package Store was a fixture in Willimantic just like Alfred’s Saba Cleaner’s. It was a sad day for many when Phosy closed…but regardless Phosy always seemed to be upbeat.
Undefeated…Vermont Academy
Another Eddie Saba victory These sideline notes are more interesting then the above article, they give a feel for just how rough some of these games were. This type of thing would be unheard of today without someone getting arrested, sued or at least thrown from the game! Not sure which is better. While it … Continue reading
Windham High Versus Bulkeley High
Edward Saba was just as good a basketball player as he was a football player…
Edward Saba Wedding Party
From Left to Right… ???, Wanda ???, Edward Saba, Phosy Saba I came across some more wedding photos: and
Saba assists opening season win
Featuring Eddie Saba: While only part of this next clipping was preserved it was from the same newspaper in the editorial section and adds some perspective on Eddie’s performance.
Michael Saba
Michael SABA1 was born about 1840 in Syria and died before 1925 in Syria. It is believed, according to CT legend, that Michael had about eight children. I have information on other potential children, and can be obtained by emailing me. Michael married Catherine BASHARA1 before 1864 in Syria. Catherine was born about 1844 in … Continue reading