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DescriptionBlack-and-white copy photo of stage presentation, A Tribute to Frank Sinatra, Rialto Theatre, Hoboken, December 8-12, 1948. 8" x 10" wide print. Captioned on image by Hans with his notes on labels on the reverse. Photo is courtesy of John Marotta. Frank's mother, Dolly Sinatra, is at the center in the balcony box at the top right. At the bottom left with his back to the camera is John Marotta, conducting his orchestra. Also identified in the caption is Steve Cappiello (later Mayor of Hoboken, 1973-1985) in the chorus, fourth [in actuality he is probably the third from the right as it is described correctly on the reverse of another view, photo catalog, 2007.012.0204] from the right in the fourth row. This special event was staged by and with music conducted by John Marotta.