October 15, 1924, will be a day that Alton, Illinois, banker C.F. Stelzel will never forget. While on a mission, Stelzel’s automobile was struck by a Chicago and Alton train at a notorious crossing, leaving him with severe injuries and a close call with death.
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Key Facts
- State: Illinois
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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