Cherry Coal Mine Disaster
Cherry, Illinois 259 Dead from Fire November 13, 1909 The Cherry Coal Mine Disaster is also known as the "Great Cherry Coal Mine Disaster."
Centralia’s Silent Hill
Centralia, Pennsylvania is the favorite mining town here at the House. Not only does it have a constant fire burning beneath its surface, it
Accidents and Events 1867-1930
This is a list of notable accidents and events that occurred in the Tri-Cities region: In March of 1867, Rev.
That’s a Flinch
Alexander Wright was a locomotive fireman in Bristol, Virginia. Wright loved practical jokes, until one joke went horribly wrong.
Gate City’s Train Tragedy of 1940
A mysterious collision occurred in Gate City, Virginia, on January 27, 1940. The victims’ families were never given reason as to why the tragedy
Incident at the Swinging Bridge – Folklore Drive Winner!
The Grand Prize winning entry comes from Mr. Colin Mullins!