Macon County News Items - Birthday Parties Charles H. Cassell Decatur Republican (Decatur, Illinois) December 7 1876 (From Thursday's Daily) Birthday Surprise Party For some days the friends of Mrs. Chas. H. Cassell, the nimble pressman of the Republican office, had been arranging to give him a surprise on the occasion of the twenty-third birthday, which took place on Wednesday. Accordingly, the hall used by Professor Leonard for his dancing classes was secured and arranged for the occasion, and invitations were sent out to the number of a hundred or more. It was then arranged that under some pretext or another Charley should be decoyed up town and to the hall, where the entertainment was to be given, and where the company was in waiting by about 8 o'clock. Upon ushering the young man into the hall he was about as much surprised as one could well be. He soon, however accommodated himself to the situation, and entered cordially into the enjoyments of the hour. The time was spent in dancing and in social chat. At a proper time a bountiful collation was served, which did much credit to those who get it up. The party remained together until after midnight, when they separated, with the feeling that the affair was an exceedingly pleasant one, and so far as Charley is concerned he is perfectly willing to have a birthday once a year, and be served in the same manner every time. Thomas B. Albert Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) November 30 1880 Justice Albert's Birthday Party The comfortable home of Justice and Mrs. Thomas B. Albert, on South Main street, last night, was the scene of a very pleasant social gathering. The party was given by the jovial Squire in honor of the 64th anniversary of his birthday, and in response to a large number of invitations, the following more intimate friends of the family, among others, assembled at the hour appointed: Mr. and Mrs. H. Mueller, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kuny, Mr. and Mrs. H. Post, Justice and Mrs. J L. Peake, Mr. and Mrs. George Riebsamen, Mr. and Mrs. John Cassell, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cassell, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cassell, mr. and Mrs. Wm. Scaulan, Prof. And Mrs. A. Goodman, Mr. Powers, Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Bassey, Mr. and Mrs. Cahs. Marcott, Mr. and Mrs. A. Chandler, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Daly, Mrs. L. Cassell, Frank Cassell, Miss Dora Matheny, Chas. Cassell and Miss Etta Cassell. The guests brought with them an elegant easy chair as a mark of their esteem. This magnificent gift to the Squire took him completely by surprise. "Uncle Tommy" was totally bewildered for a time; and it was some moments before he could find suitable words to give audible expression to the thankfulness which filled his heart. His confusion was greatly enjoyed by the company, and all eyes were turned upon him as he arose to make his brief acknowledgements. At 10 o'clock a bountiful repast was served, to which all did full justice. Those who participated in this party will long remember it as one of the most delightful social affairs in their experience. Esther Chandler Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1884 > April > 12 Miss Esther Chandler, daughter of Mr. Al. Chandler, was given a surprise party recently at her home on Bradford street in honor of her 18th birthday anniversary. A large company of friends were present and all passed a most enjoyable evening. Irene Cassell Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1893 > September > 25 A Birthday Party Irene Cassell gave a birthday party to a number of her schoolmates Saturday afternoon at her residence on East Prairie street, the occaion being her 9th birthday. Those present were: Flossie White, Kittie Kincaid, Pansy Cunningham, Gracie Andrews, Daisy Wilkins, Jene Conover, Ethel Andrews, Mabel Brant, Perl Leib, Mabel Schmachtenberger, Ray Cassell, Rerl Matheny, Roy Alberts, Freddie Young, Leonard Cassell, Leon Bickes, Hattie Andrews, Gertrude Schmachtenberger. Mrs. Mary F. Travis The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1893 > February > 16 Birthday Party A number of the friends gathered at the residence of Mrs. Mary F. Travis, 1356 East William street, last night to help her celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of her birth. An elegant supper was served and all enjoyed a pleasant evening. Those present were: Brainard Brinkman and wife, James Murphy and wife, M. Cassell and wife, Mrs. William Travis, Mrs. William Brown, Jennie Brinkman, …….and Charles Travis. Leonard Cassell Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1894 > August > 16 Leonard Cassell Enjoyably Entertains His Friends Yesterday Afternoon Yesterday was Leonard Cassell's twelfth birthday anniversary and he celebrated the event in a most delightful manner by entertaining a company of friends at his hom, No. 734 West Decatur street. The hours were from 3 until 6 o'clock. Mrs. C. H. Cassell was assisted in entertaining the company by Misses Carrie and Marie Leonard. The company included Edna Snarr, Alice Baker, Mattie Randall, Edna Quirck, Jessie Hott, Grace Johnson, Belle Dinges, Bertha Troutman, Nellie Ackerman, Olive Midkiff, Gertie Hott, Alfa Midkiff, Lessie Abel, Madge Young, Irene Cassell, Ray Cassell, Maud Downing, Bessing Wilson, Herbert Dieckhoff, Clarence Brewer, Frank Reinstof, Chester Hathaway, Frank Beall, Arthur Reader, St. Louis, Carleton Mattess, Ralph Hott, … Leonard Cassell. Leonard was the recipient of many handsome presents. During the afternoon elegant refreshments were served. Fred Cassell Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1897 > September > 30 Fred Cassell, son of Hilton Cassell, residing three miles northeast of the city, was 21 years of age yesterday. The birthday anniversary was made the occasion of a pleasant surprise last evening, when a number of Decatur friends gave him a call, going out in a tally ho. In the party were: Ardie Wood, Ada Magee, Mabel Shimer, Irene Sikes, Sarah Imboden, Mary Moore and Guy Righter, Alfred Diller, Charles Steele, Alva Johnson, Charles Imboden and Will Coonradt. Mrs. H. B. Cassell The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1902 > October > 29 The ladies of the O.E.S. gave a pleasant surprise party on Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Cassell at their home on Cassell hill last night. The occasion was the fifty-ninth anniversary of Mrs. Cassell's birthday. She was completely taken by surprise. A banquet was served and the evening was pleasantly spent. The handsome rocking chairs were presented to Mr. and Mrs. Cassell. Leon Danley The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1902 > November > 7 For Leon Danley A surprise party was given to Leon Danley at his home 803 West Pugh street, Thursday evening. It was the sixteenth anniversary of his birthday. Mrs. Elizabeth Reall assisted in entertaining the young folks. Those present were: Misses Alverd Priddy, Elsie Onstaut, Pearl Pugh, Iva Strader, Jessie Myers, Emroa Stocks, Althea Andrews, Ray Cassell, Pearl Cassell, Lena Gilbert, Will Andrews, Leo Van Hall, Ralph Daley, Victor Pritchettt and Frank Andrews. A number of presents were given Master Danley. The evening was spent with games and music. Refreshments were served. John Cassell The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1903 > October > 27 Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Danley were at Niantic yesterday and spent the day with Mrs. Danley's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Cassell. It was Mr. Cassell's seventy-fifth birthday anniversary. A fine dinner was served at noon and the day was spent pleasantly by all. Mrs. B.H. Cassell The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) October 20 1907 Surprised Mrs. Cassell Friends and relatives of Mrs. B. H. Cassell took advantage of her absence from the city Thursday when she went to Peoria to the OES convention in that city, and planned a surprise in honor of her sixty-fourth birthday anniversary. Mrs. Cassell was accompanied on her Peoria trip by Mrs. Mollie Magee and Mrs. L. M. Lee. When she returned Thursday afternoon the guests gathered thanks to the efforts of Mrs. Fred Cassell, Mrs. Eliza Mounts and Mrs. Mary Harrison. Dinner was served to the guested at 6:30. Mrs. Cassell was presented with a handsome library table ant $100 in gold by her husband and sons. A number of beautiful china pieces were brought by the friends and relatives. Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Cassell were here from Springfield, Ohio, Clinton, Warrensburg, Chicago and this vicinity. Others present wre Dr. and Mrs. N. D. Myers, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Simer and the Misses Elsie and Grace Shimer, Mr. and Mrs. N. L. Krone, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hamilton, Miss Mollie McGee, W. J. Magee, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Dempster, Richard Moore and Mrs. L. M. Leeson, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Johnson and Mrs. W. J. Magee. Mrs. R. F. Andrews The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) November 24 1909 Surprise for Mrs. Andrews A surprise was given for Mrs. R. F. Andrews at her home, 256 North Park street, Saturday night, the occasion being her birthday. After refreshments were served the evening was spent in dancing. The guests were Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Cassell, Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Cassell, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cassell, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Will Stivers, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cassell, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Cassell and sons Berry and Ward, Mrs. Doy Romine, Mrs. Ella Danley, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Andrews and Harry and Mildred Andrews. John Cassell October 28, 1922 John Cassell is 94 Years Old Aged Man Spends Much of his time in Knitting John Cassell, 528 West North street, who resided with his daughter, Mrs. J. T. Linehan, celebrated his ninety-fourth birthday, Thursday, although there was no special party planned. Mr. Cassell is strong and spends much of his time knitting. He recently knitted a couple of wash cloths for Rev. E. Henry and presented them to him. Mr. Cassell's children in Decatur gave him a handsome Morris chair, upholstered. A son, J. F. Cassell, in Chicago, also sent him a gift. Mr. Cassell was born in Harrisburg, Pa., but has lived in or near Decatur since the age of eleven. John Cassell Decatur Daily Review October 26, 1923 John Cassell, 95, Observes Birthday Resident of Decatur Since He was 12 Years Old John Cassell, 528 West North street, is observing his ninety-fifth birthday anniversary in the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. T. Linehan, Friday. In the evening, a birthday anniversary dinner will be served in the home of his granddaughter, Mrs. C. W. Whitley, East Main street, the guests being Mr. And Mrs. J. T. Linehan and daughter, Mr. And Mrs. C. W. Whitley, and Mr. And Mrs. Charles Cassell. Mr. Cassell came to Decatur at the age of twelve with his parents from Pennsylvania. He has been in the grocery business for a number of years, having conducted a store in Niantic until he retired twelve years ago. The G. A. R. of which he is a charter member went to his home Friday morning and escorted him to the G. A. R. hall where he was a guest of honor at dinner. Mr. Cassell spends a greater part of his time knitting. He knit a number of sweaters for the soldiers and sailors during the World war, at which time he learned to knit. Since that time, he has been knitting sweaters, each of them being beautifully done. He also reads newspapers but finds more enjoyment in knitting. HOME ©2008 Genealogy Trails