Macon County News Items - Anniversaries Decatur Republican (Decatur, Illinois) September 20 1877 A Cotton Wedding Last night Mr. Henry Cassell and his good wife, celebrated their thirtieth wedding anniversary, in the shape of a "Cotton Wedding". About sixty people were present, and a right jolly time was enjoyed. Those in attendance brought with them numerous presents in the line of cotton goods, aggregating enough of that kind of merchandise to stock the family for some time to come. Among the guests were Mrs. Seibers, a sister of Prof. Goodman and Mrs. Reeves, both of Columbus, Ohio. About 9 o'clock a superb supper was served, to which all did ample justice. At a seasonable hour the company separated, with the felling that it had been good to be there. Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) April 22, 1879 Forty Years of Wedded Bliss Justice T. B. Albert and Wife Celebrate their Linen Wedding A Happy Group in Attendance Just forty years ago yesterday, Thomas B. Albert and Esther Cassell were joined in wedlock in Dauphin county, Pennsylvania by Rev. Mr. Dobson. In the autumn of the same year of their marriage, the then young couple concluded to seek a home in the West, and emigrated to Putnam County, this State, where they made their home until 1855, when they came to Decatur and have since that time resided here. During the twenty-four years of their residence in Decatur, Mr. Albert has been connected in various ways with the business of the town, sometimes conducting enterprises of his own, and at other times as an employee of other business men, and has always shown himself to be a competent manager both of his own affairs and the business of others when entrusted to his care. Six years ago the people of the township indicated their confidence in the integrity and ability of “Uncle Tommy”, as he is familiarly called, by electing him gave a renewed expression of their confidence by re-electing him to the same important office. Thus things have moved on with these good people up to the present time, and last night they celebrated the fortieth anniversary of their wedding by inviting their neighbors and friends to join them in a suitable observance of an anniversary which so few married people ever reach. In response to invitations sent out about fifty of the friends and relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Albert assembled at their pleasant home on South Main street last evening, where a few hours were pleasantly spent with them and their three children who were present, Mrs. Henry Oberndorfer, and Miss Sallie Albert, the two daughters, having come from Milwaukee, to be present at the linen wedding of their parents. The evening passed in most agreeable manner, and at a proper hour the company was invited to partake of a most elegant and bountiful repast, which was prepared under the direction of Mrs. Albert herself. It is needless to say that many presents, both useful and valuable, showed the high esteem in which the good Squire and his Lady are held, and the occasion will be remembered by all present as among the most enjoyable events of the season. Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) April 23, 1889 - Page 2 The Albert Golden Wedding The fiftieth marriage anniversary of Squire and Mrs. Thomas B. Albert, who have lived in Decatur nearly all their married life, was celebrated last night at their home at 214 South Main street, the dwelling being crowded with hosts of friends who assembled to congratulate the genial couple on the occasion of their golden wedding. Uncle Tommy and his wife appeared to be as young as they were 25 years ago, and both were active in greeting friends and extending the hospitality of their home. A splendid supper was served to all in the north room. Thomas B. Albert and Miss Esther Cassell were married near Harrisburg, in Dauphin county, Pa., on April 24, 1839 by Rev. Dobson, of the Church of God. They came to Decatur in 1839. In 1858 the couple took charge of the old Pennsylvania House, now the Hotel Brunswick and kept the house six years, when they removed to 211 South Main where they have since resided. They are the parents of six children. Only two are living. They are Miss Sallie Albert and Mrs. Henry M. Oberndorfer, of Milwaukee, Wis. Mrs. O. is the mother of ten children, two of whom with Miss Albert attended the celebration. Mrs. Albert is sister of B. H. Cassell, Michael Cassell and Henry Cassell of Decatur, Squire John Cassell of Niantic, Judge Cassell, Joseph Cassell and Mrs. James Allen of Putnam county. The brothers of T. B. Albert are Jacob Albert of Long Creek, Daniel Albert of Putnam and Joseph and John Albert who reside in Dauphin county. He has a sister residing at Lebanon, Pa. T. B. Albert is in the 73d year of his age and Mrs. Albert is in her 67th year. Mr. Albert's early occupation was that of a carpenter. Coming to Decatur in 1839, he worked at his trade here for several weeks and then went to Putnam county. He went to California where he spent a year and returned to Decatur to engage in farming pursuits. In 1857 he became a clerk in John Ullrich's grocery store, and there he remained until he took charge of the hotel. In 1867 he was first elected a justice of the peace, holding that office for a period of 17 years, going out of office in 1884. At present he is engaged in the nursery business for Samuel Boneham. There were present at the party six persons who attended school together at West Haven, Pa. They were T. B. Albert, Mrs. Albert, Jacob Albert, B. H., Henry and Michael Cassell. There were six children in the Albert family and all are living. The eldest is 85 years old. On the Cassell side there were 11 children, of whom 8 are living. The eldest is Judge Cassell, aged 80, who has been a justice of the peace in Putnam county 45 years and is now county judge. The youngest is 60 years old. The Gifts The gift to the couple were mostly gold. The cash included $10 from Capt. C. Riebsame, Bloomington; $5, B. H. Cassell; $6, Mrs. Oberndorfer and sister; $2, Mother Cassell; $1, Kate Chandler; $2.50 Mr. And Mrs. Hilton Cassell; $2.50 Mrs. Pearce; $2.50 W. H. Baugher; $1, Mrs. E. A. Stroh; $5, Mr. And Mrs. Henry Cassell; $2, Mr. And Mrs. William Whitchel; $1, Mrs. Esther Albert; $5, David Cassell; $5, Rosanna Allen; $5, Judge Cassell; $5 Mrs. A. Goodman and Miss Brown; a total of $60.50. The other presents were Gold-headed silk umbrellas from Mr. And Mrs. F. W. Wismer and Mr. And Mrs. A. F. Fremont; silver butter dish, Mr. And Mrs. H. Post; Japanese silk bead rest, Maude Oberndorfer; silk perfume satchel, Edna Oberndorfer; Turkish towel and heavy Oriental table cover decked with tinsel, Mr. And Mrs. E. C. Bassey; large Mexican cactus in bloom, B. H. Cassell; set of cut glass goblets in case, Mr. And Mrs. Charles McCune; gold timble for Grandma from her two grandsons; blooming plants from Mrs. Captain Reibsame. Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1897 > March > 20 Silver Wedding The Twenty-Fifth Marriage Anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Cassell Celebrated. There was a very pleasant gathering on Friday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Cassell three miles northeast of Decatur attended by many neighbors and friends despite the bad conditions of the roads. It was the celebration of the 25th marriage anniversary of the couple. The hours were from 10 to 4 and 7 to 11. Dinner and supper were served. The house decorations were very beautiful and tasteful. Many handsome gifts were bestowed. Among the guests were M. M. Harrison, T. A. Cassell, Henry Cassell, T. B. Albert, George M. Danely, C. E. Wheeler, J. H. Record, Ambrose Witt, J. L. Peake, Michael Clark, A. A. Hugenberger, Amos Westhafer, Charles Meyers and their wives, Misses Mabel Shimer, Maude Wilt, Lulu Winbolts, Alice Peake, Etta Good and Mrs. R. A. Peake, Messrs. Wat McMahon, Ed Wilt, Will Fulton, Ford Riley and P. A. Cassell of Flora (Florid), Ill. Regrets were received from George Culp of Warrensburg, F. C. Hugenberger of Tallula, W. T. Miller of Seymour, John Pancake of Williamsville, R. B. Senard of Decatur, John Warner of Clinton and George J. Heber of Keokuk, Iowa. The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1902 > November > 8 A Golden Wedding Professor Leonardo and wife, formerly of Decatur, on Friday celebrated their golden wedding by giving a large reception at Washington, D.C. Their daughter Mrs. Charles Cassell, and Mrs. C. W. Cessna of Decatur were in attendance. The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1909 > March > 16 Tenth Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cassell, living on a farm northeast of Decatur, celebrated the tenth anniversary of their wedding Monday evening at the home of Mr. Cassell's father, B. H. Cassell, on Cassell hill. Seventy-five guests were present to enjoy the occasion. Among them was Miss Nellie Shimer of Minneapolis, Minn. During the evening an elaborate three-course luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Cassell received many useful gifts of tin ware, the occasion being the tin wedding anniversry. Mr. and Mrs. Cassell's wedding took place ten years ago Monday at the home of the bride's parents, Mr and Mrs. I. H. Shimer, 540 Central avenue. The Daily Review (Decatur, Illinois) > 1912 > November > 8 Mrs. Charles Cassell returned from Washington D.C., where she attended a reception given for the golden wedding celebration of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard. HOME ©2008 Genealogy Trails