History of Carbondale, Illinois, USA

Carbondale, Ill., Sept. 10. - The engine of a steam thrashing machine owned by Tiggett and BIggs, exploded Monday, half a mile east of Carbondale, killing five men. The engine was blown to atoms. Some of the men were hurled 175 feet.
The victims are:
JOHN SNYDER.
JOHN BIGGS.
ANDREW TIGGETT.
JOHN TIGGETT.
IKE MILLER.

All the bodies were terribly lacerated. SNYDER'S legs were blown off; BIGGS'S skull was broken and his body terribly cut; MILLER'S neck, arms and legs were broken, and every bone in the bodies of the TIGGETT brothers was broken. They were married men and have large families. BIGGS leaves a widow and eight children.

The men had been thrashing about an hour when the explosion occurred. The engine had just come from a DuQuoin shop and was considered safe.
Experts claim that pieces of the boiler picked up show that it was an old boiler, which had recently been repaired.

Carbondale, a post-village of Jackson co., Ill., in Carbondale township, on the Illinois Central Railroad, which connects here with the Grand Tower & Carbondale Railroad, 57 miles N. of Cairo. It is the west terminus of the Carbondale & Shawneetown Railroad, and contains the Southern Illinois Normal University, founded in 1869, 2 banks, 4 churches, a flour-mill, and a woollen-mill. Two weekly newspapers are published here, and coal is mined near the place. Pop. in 1890, 2382; of the township, 3599.

MISS GRACE PERRY, OF CARBONDALE, ONE OF THOSE KILLED - AMONG THOSE SERIOUSLY INJURED ARE J. T. BENTLEY AND ED E. PATTERSON, OF THIS CITY - WORST DISASTER IN I. C. HISTORY IN THIS LOCALITY.

Carbondale, Illinois, (AP) -
The dead:
WALTER B. LONG, Joliet, Ill.
MRS. CERENA WALTON, Anna.
MISS GRACE PERRY, Carbondale.
Partial list of the injured:
MRS. JOHN DOUGLAS, Carbondale.
J. T. BENTLEY, Carbondale.
ED E. PATTERSON, Carbondale.
W. H. PINKERTON, Sparta, Ill.
J. B. O'NEILL, St. Louis, Mo.
M. GOLDSTEIN, St. Louis, Mo.
GUY HOLLINGSWORTH, Mt. Vernon, Ill.
JOHN DUDLEY, Johnston City, Ill.
REV. C. E. PERRYMAN, Herrin, Ill.
J. F. LINDSAY, St. Louis, Mo.
Three people killed, several probably fatally injured and a score of others less seriously injured, resulted today from the wrecking of Illinois Central passenger train No. 205 due here from St. Louis at 11:20 a.m.

The wreck occurred near the northwest city limits of Carbondale, about a mile west of St. Louis junction. The...

Carbondale, a banking city of Jackson co., 111., on the Illinois Central R., 57 miles N. of Cairo. It contains the Southern Illinois Normal University. Coal is mined near the place. Pop. in 1900, 3318.

1. SIU Campus:
The Southern Illinois University (SIU) campus is the heart of Carbondale. Take a stroll through the beautiful campus, explore the Student Center, and catch a game at Saluki Stadium. The university often hosts cultural events, so check the calendar for any interesting happenings.

2. Shawnee National Forest:
Nature lovers, rejoice! Shawnee National Forest is a short drive from Carbondale and offers stunning hiking trails, camping sites, and beautiful lakes. Don't miss the Garden of the Gods, a mesmerizing rock formation with breathtaking views.

3. Hiking and Outdoor Activities:
Besides Shawnee, the Giant City State Park is another gem for outdoor enthusiasts. The Giant City Nature Trail is a must-do, with its unique rock formations and towering trees. You can also explore the park on horseback or rent a bike.

4. Cedar Lake:
If you're a fan of water activities, head to Cedar Lake. It's perfect for fishing, boating, or just relaxing by the water. The serene...