Proprietors of Painesville

11/16/2025

Save the date for Thursday November 20, 2025 from 4 to 8. Lots of fun, shopping, opportunities, tasting different foods, a movie, bonfire, carolers, and Stormy the horse. 

02/25/2025

Love all of our history and Painesville.

Following up on our post the other day regarding General Casement. His wife, Frances Jennings Casement has deep history in our Township, specifically with the part she played in the Woman's Suffrage movement.

Frances Jennings Casement (1840–1928) was a prominent American suffragist and advocate for women's voting rights, deeply connected to Painesville Township, Ohio.

Early Life and Education

Born on April 23, 1840, in Painesville Township, Ohio, Frances was the only daughter of Charles C. Jennings and Mehetable (Park) Jennings. Her father was a well-known abolitionist, educator, and politician who served as a State Representative and founded a local Grange association. Frances graduated from Painesville Academy in 1852 and furthered her education at the Willoughby Female Seminary in 1856.

Marriage and Family

In 1857, Frances married John Stephen "Jack" Casement, a railroad contractor she met while he was working near her family's homestead. Jack later served with distinction in the Civil War, rising to the rank of brigadier general, and played a significant role in constructing the transcontinental railroad.

Advocacy and Suffrage Movement

Frances was a dedicated advocate for women's rights. She organized the Painesville Equal Rights Association in 1883 and served as the first president of the Ohio Woman Suffrage Association from 1885 to 1888. During this time, she collaborated closely with national suffrage leaders such as Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Even holding meetings and seminars in the "Casement House" in Painesville Township

Later Life and Legacy

After their time in Wyoming, where Jack worked on the railroad, the Casements returned to Painesville Township in 1870. Frances continued her activism until her death in 1928. Their home in Painesville Township, known at the "Casement House" stands as a testament to their contributions to both the nation's infrastructure and the women's suffrage movement.

Frances Jennings Casement's life and work remain integral to the history of Painesville Township and our great country, highlighting the area's longstanding commitment to social progress and community development.

11/11/2023

Sometimes you just have to compete. Have fun with this during your holiday season family and friends or at your business party. See you at The Shop and Stroll on November 16, 2023 from 4-8p.m.

10/05/2023

Fall Fest on 10/7/2023 in Painesville City Kiwanis Rec Park. Costumes encouraged and bring a pumpkin bag for candy and treats.

09/23/2023

Chili cook off today 9/23/23 from 1-3p.m. Vote for your favorite. $1 a vote. See you in Painesville Square.Chili, football and adult beverages available at the PCIC Pub.

04/14/2023

Congratulations to Lake Erie College on the new student housing venture with Renew Partners. The rooftop terrace and housing coming this year for the college students for 2023-2024.

11/10/2022

Stop by for FREE at Lake Erie College this Sunday 11.13.22 4:00 p.m. at the HR Morley Music Hall.

Be sure to join us on Sunday for a performance of sonnets and songs by the Bard! This event is free and open to the public. Reserve your tickets here: https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/lake-erie-college/6362cd39f19f944d753402fe/

09/26/2022

Welcome Fall. Stop by our local Flowers on Main for autumn decor, fresh flowers, jack-o-lanterns, spooky gnomes and much more.