On September 27, 1903, a Southern Express train crashed in Danville killing nine persons and injuring seven. The event inspired the famous ballad of the same name. A marker is located on U.S. 58 between Locust Lane and North Main Street at the train crash site. For more infromation please visit the Danville Welcome Center.
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