Chasing History

I am lucky enough to be a part of a monthly book club with a great group of friends. Every month we rotate who gets to choose the next book. The books are often genres or subject matter that I wouldn't necessarily choose for myself.  April's read is Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green. I was excited to read this book because I've found that I have a morbid curiosity about the history of death and disease.  " Everything Is Tuberculosis is a 2025 nonfiction book by John Green that explores the history, science, and social impact of tuberculosis (TB), arguing that it remains a deadly disease due to systemic inequality, not medical limitations. The book blends personal narrative, particularly the story of a young patient named Henry in Sierra Leone, with historical and scientific information to advocate for global health equity and awareness. It became a New York Times bestseller and is praised for its emotional storytelling and sharp reporting on a curable, prevent...

Cassel's Cemetery is located on Cassel Road in Newberrytown Township. It is a very old cemetery with the earliest known burial date of 1847, that of Jeremiah Cassel son of John and Susan Cassel.  Over the years, it has grown slowly but has remained part of many local family histories, including our own. Our ancestor, Michael Cassel donated the land for burial purposes when his grandson, Jeremiah Cassel died. Through the years, part of the cemetery land was purchased from Jacob Bruaw in 1904 and Maggie Cassel in 1928, making it what it is today, a beautiful, peaceful country setting. Cassel Church is now looking for people who are interested in helping to maintain and preserve the cemetery. Please review the list of names buried in the cemetery. You could help maintain your ancestor's final resting spot! Last names in alphabetical order: Albert  Altland  Andrews Anspach Baird Baker Baney Bare Bausticker Beard  Benson Bierbrower  Bower Brinton Bruaw Burgess  ...